Twenty ways AI is advancing chemistry

AI molecule design

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List reveals how machine learning is already changing the central science

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the chemical industry in profound ways, with analysts predicting that its impact will surpass even that of the internet. From algorithms that accelerate molecular design to automated labs that enhance the speed and accuracy of experiments, AI is reshaping how chemists solve complex problems. Its impact extends across materials discovery, reaction optimisation, and sustainability efforts, making it an indispensable force in modern chemistry.

A recent analysis by Valentine Ananikov, a chemist and group leader at the Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry in Russia, highlights his top 20 AI-based technologies transforming chemistry.