{"id":12056,"date":"2023-05-10T18:44:46","date_gmt":"2023-05-10T17:44:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/telecomkh.info\/?p=12056"},"modified":"2023-05-10T18:44:46","modified_gmt":"2023-05-10T17:44:46","slug":"moderna-and-ibm-to-explore-quantum-computing-and-generative-ai-for-mrna-science","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/telecomkh.info\/?p=12056","title":{"rendered":"Moderna and IBM to Explore Quantum Computing and Generative AI for mRNA Science"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moderna invests in developing quantum computing skills and exploring the use of quantum computing in developing future mRNA medicines<\/strong><\/p>\n

Moderna, Inc., a biotechnology company pioneering messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines, and IBM announced an agreement under which Moderna will explore next generation technologies including quantum computing and artificial intelligence to advance and accelerate mRNA research and science.
\n\u201cSince our inception, we have always strived to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, leveraging innovations to deliver the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines,\u201d said St\u00e9phane Bancel, Chief Executive Officer of Moderna. \u201cWe are excited to partner with IBM to develop novel AI models to advance mRNA science, prepare ourselves for the era of quantum computing, and ready our business for these game-changing technologies. We are aiming for breakthrough advances with quantum computing, so we are investing now in building a quantum-ready workforce, to be fully prepared to harness the power of this technology.\u201d
\n\u201cIBM\u2019s purpose is to be the catalyst to make the world work better, perfectly exemplified by this partnership with Moderna. We are witnessing a revolution in the world of computing, driven by extraordinary advances in AI and quantum computing,\u201d said Dr. Dar\u00edo Gil, Senior Vice President, and Director of IBM Research. \u201cModerna will be able to take advantage of our multi-year research efforts in generative AI for therapeutics that can allow scientists to better understand how molecules behave and may facilitate creating entirely new ones. We are also excited to work with Moderna to help prepare their scientists in the knowledge and use of IBM\u2019s industry-leading quantum computing technologies with the goal of accelerating the discovery and creation of new therapeutics.\u201d<\/p>\n

Quantum computing skills development for mRNA medicine design<\/strong>
\nQuantum computing is a rapidly emerging and transformative technology that utilizes the principles of quantum mechanics to solve problems too complex for classical computers. Moderna scientists will learn how quantum technology could be applied to previously intractable problems for classical computers. Together, the companies will explore the potential application of quantum approaches to Moderna\u2019s scientific challenges.
\nModerna will participate in the IBM Quantum Accelerator program and the IBM Quantum Network. Under the agreement, IBM will provide access to quantum computing systems, as well as expertise to assist Moderna in exploring cutting-edge life sciences use-cases powered by quantum technologies.<\/p>\n

AI models for mRNA medicine design<\/strong>
\nModerna and IBM scientists will apply MoLFormer, an AI foundation model that can help scientists predict a molecule\u2019s properties, and could help them understand the characteristics of potential mRNA medicines. Moderna\u2019s goal will be to use MoLFormer to help optimize lipid nanoparticles, which encapsulate and protect mRNA as it travels within the body, and mRNA, which acts as instructions to cells in order to fight disease. Under this initiative, Moderna and IBM will combine state-of-the-art formulation discovery with generative AI to design mRNA medicines with optimal safety and performance.<\/p>\n

Above, image credited to Moderna<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Moderna invests in developing quantum computing skills and exploring the use of quantum computing in developing future mRNA medicines Moderna, Inc., a biotechnology company pioneering messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines, and IBM announced an agreement under which Moderna will explore next generation technologies including quantum computing and artificial intelligence to advance and accelerate mRNA … <\/p>\n

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