Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing vaccine development for disease outbreaks through CEPI’s 100 Days Mission, which aims to produce vaccines within 100 days of a new pathogen discovery. The forthcoming Pandemic Preparedness Engine will serve as an innovative AI platform, amalgamating diverse datasets, including genomic surveillance and regulatory submissions, to analyze pandemic threats efficiently. Utilizing generative AI techniques, it can quickly identify potential pathogens and streamline vaccine design. Initially focusing on high-risk viral families like coronaviruses and filoviruses, the platform will evolve based on ongoing research. Recognizing the risk of technological disparity between nations, CEPI is collaborating to create AI factories worldwide, ensuring equitable access to advanced vaccine development tools. Security measures will safeguard the platform, incorporating layers of biosecurity to prevent misuse. Ultimately, the Pandemic Preparedness Engine aims to enhance global health security, translating AI capabilities into effective defenses against future pandemics.
