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Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have successfully developed two potential antibiotics using generative AI to address the growing challenge of drug-resistant infections. These antibiotics are specifically designed to target Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium responsible for gonorrhea, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a leading cause of hospital-acquired infections. The application of AI in drug discovery accelerates the identification of effective compounds, reducing the time and cost involved in traditional research. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in the fight against antimicrobial resistance, offering hope for novel treatments against some of the most dangerous superbugs threatening global health.