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Self-replicating programs

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    AlphaFold2's protein folding predictions are a milestone, yet struggle with multi-domain proteins.
    The spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 operates as a trimer, enhancing its ability to bind to the ACE2 receptor.
    Machine learning could predict viral mutations, potentially aiding vaccine and antiviral development.
    The scientific response to COVID-19 vastly outpaced the SARS response, highlighting improved global collaboration.
    Self-replicating programs and evolutionary algorithms present new possibilities for AI and robotics.

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