Structure-free, site-resolved contrastive learning extends small-molecule discovery beyond the reach of structure-based modeling
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Ptarmigan-1 uses contrastive learning to predict small molecule-protein interactions without requiring 3D structure, outperforming traditional methods on challenging targets.
bioRxiv · Aug 20, 2026 · PreprintMolecular Biology