"Revolutionizing Antibiotic Development: Neanderthal DNA Unleashes New Solutions"

Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania have discovered a potential new kind of antibiotic by tapping into the genetic code of Neanderthals. Using artificial intelligence, they identified neanderthalin-1, a peptide synthesized from Neanderthal DNA, which showed promising results in fighting bacterial infections in mice. While still in the early stages of research, this discovery highlights the potential for innovative antibiotics by combining ancient genetic insights with modern AI technology. However, further studies are needed to determine its effectiveness in humans and the potential for pathogens to develop resistance.