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ARYAN CHAUHAN,
- Student, Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Greater Noida Institute of Technology, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh,, India
Abstract
Viral mutations represent one of the most critical challenges in global public health because genetic changes in viruses can significantly influence transmissibility, virulence, immune escape capability, and resistance to antiviral treatments. RNA viruses in particular exhibit high mutation rates due to error-prone replication mechanisms, making them capable of evolving rapidly in response to environmental pressures and host immune defenses. Traditional virological research primarily relies on retrospective genomic analysis, where viral genome sequences are studied after mutations have already emerged in populations. Although such approaches provide valuable insights into viral evolution, they are limited in their ability to anticipate future mutations and emerging viral variants before they spread widely. Recent advances in artificial intelligence and computational biotechnology have created new opportunities for predictive modeling of viral mutation patterns. Machine learning algorithms are capable of analyzing large genomic datasets, identifying hidden evolutionary relationships, and detecting patterns in genetic variation that may not be visible through traditional statistical analysis. By integrating bioinformatics techniques with advanced AI models, it is possible to develop predictive systems that estimate the probability of mutation events occurring within specific genomic regions of viral genomes. This research proposes a predictive biotechnology framework that utilizes artificial intelligence to model virus mutation patterns and forecast potential evolutionary pathways. The proposed system integrates viral genomic data collection, sequence preprocessing, feature extraction, and machine learning-based mutation prediction models. By analyzing historical mutation trends and genetic sequence variability, the framework identifies mutation hotspots and predicts future mutation probabilities across viral genomes. Such predictive capabilities can significantly contribute to early detection of dangerous viral variants, accelerate vaccine development processes, and enhance global disease surveillance systems. The integration of artificial intelligence with virology research represents a paradigm shift from reactive outbreak response to proactive pandemic prevention. Predictive biotechnology systems have the potential to transform how scientists monitor viral evolution, enabling health authorities to implement preventive measures before new variants become widespread. As computational power and genomic data availability continue to increase, AI-driven mutation prediction may become an essential tool for safeguarding global health and preventing future pandemics. Intelligence, Predictive Biotechnology, Viral Evolution, Genomic Analysis,
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence; Predictive Biotechnology; Viral Evolution; Viral Mutations; Genomic Analysis; Machine Learning; Bioinformatics; Mutation Prediction; Viral Genomics; Pandemic Preparedness; Disease Surveillance; Emerging Viral Variants.
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International Journal of Virus Studies
| Volume | 03 | |
| 02 | ||
| Received | 30/06/2026 | |
| Accepted | 08/07/2026 | |
| Published | 08/08/2026 | |
| Publication Time | 39 Days |