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Basecamp Research, a London startup, has raised $60 million to create an AI agent focused on biology. This AI aims to answer complex biological questions and generate insights beyond human capabilities. The initiative addresses a significant data gap in current biological models, as noted by co-founder Glen Gowers.
The startup has formed over 100 partnerships globally, with notable collaborations including Procter & Gamble and Colorifix. Basecamp Research's foundational model, BaseFold, reportedly surpasses AlphaFold 2 in predicting protein structures, showcasing the ambitious nature of its AI development. The funding will support further data collection and partnerships to enhance drug discovery and biological research.
• Basecamp Research raises $60 million for AI in biology.
• BaseFold model outperforms AlphaFold 2 in protein structure predictions.
Basecamp Research is developing an AI agent specifically for biological inquiries and insights.
The article highlights a significant data gap in current biological models that Basecamp Research aims to address.
Basecamp Research's BaseFold model is noted for its superior performance in this area compared to existing models.
The company aims to bridge data gaps in biology and enhance insights through its AI models.
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