Lillyn and OpenAI Partner To discover Novel Medicines

Eli Lilly and Company  has declared a collaboration with OpenAI, which will allow Lilly to use OpenAI's generative AI to develop novel antimicrobials for drug-resistant diseases. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major danger to public health and development worldwide.

"Our collaboration with OpenAI represents a groundbreaking step forward in the fight against the growing but overlooked threat of antimicrobial resistance," said Diogo Rau, executive vice president and chief information and digital officer at Lilly. "Generative AI opens a new opportunity to accelerate the discovery of novel antimicrobials and the development of custom, purpose-built technologies in the battle against drug-resistant pathogens. This partnership underscores our commitment to addressing significant health challenges experienced by people around the world."

AMR affects countries of all regions and income levels, and it is aggravated by poverty and inequality, especially in low- and middle-income countries, where the impact and danger are greatest. Misuse and overuse of antimicrobials in humans, animals, and plants are the primary causes of drug-resistant infections, exacerbating the threat to global health.

"We're excited to work with Lilly to find new ways to treat microbial infections," said Brad Lightcap, chief operating officer at OpenAI. "Advanced AI has the potential to deliver innovative breakthroughs in pharma, and we're committed to working together with industry leaders to deliver tangible benefits for patients."