AI tool finds gene combinations causing complex diseases

Researchers have created an AI tool that identifies gene combinations responsible for complex diseases like cancer and diabetes, potentially leading to new treatments. The tool, developed by Northwestern University biophysicists, uses generative AI to analyze gene expression data and pinpoint groups of genes that contribute to complex traits, unlike single-gene disorders. This approach could help identify the key players and their collective influence. This new method could enable the development of personalized treatments by identifying different gene sets causing the same disease in different individuals, offering a new approach to treating complex illnesses.