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Katrina Costa

Science Writer, Wellcome Sanger Institute

I’m an experienced Science Writer with a passion for sharing science stories. I love translating science into accessible, engaging, easy-to-understand content. My specialities are biology, health, pharma R&D and digital science.

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Using artificial intelligence for genomic research

Scientists use artificial intelligence (AI) to improve our understanding of many aspects of biology. Applications range from insights into biological processes, better knowledge of complex diseases or health issues, and tools for engineering new drugs. But what exactly is AI? On this page we break down the key concepts in AI and explain how these technologies help scientists make new discoveries.

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