Exclusive: OpenAI Launches Biodefense Program OpenAI is launching the Rosalind Biodefense Program to enhance biodefense and pandemic preparedness capabilities. The program offers its GPT-Rosalind model to trusted developers for life sciences research, focusing on areas such as epidemiological modeling and early detection. OpenAI is collaborating with and briefing government agencies, including the White House, and expanding access to allied partners.

• OpenAI is launching the Rosalind Biodefense Program to develop new biodefense and pandemic preparedness tools.
• The program will provide its GPT-Rosalind model to “trusted developers” for life sciences research.
• Support will be offered for epidemiological modeling, early detection, screening, preparedness, and non-pharmaceutical interventions.
• OpenAI is supporting organizations working on various aspects of biological threats, from prevention to medical countermeasures.
• The company has briefed the White House and federal agencies on its approach.
• Access to GPT-Rosalind is being expanded to select U.S. government and allied partners for public health and biodefense missions. Continue reading https://www.axios.com/2026/05/29/openai-biodefense-program