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Structure prediction and drug screening targeting monkeypox virus polymerase and surface proteins

Sep 2026 · Journal of Computer-Aided Molecular Design · Vol 40 · 0 citations · 44 references
Medicine

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This work establishes AI‑driven structure prediction as a useful tool for identifying preliminary binding compounds for monkeypox virus infection, and provides a framework for rapid drug screening against emerging viral threats.

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