Google DeepMind to Build Automated AI Science Lab in UK
The new facility will use AI-controlled robots to synthesize materials, with priority access for UK scientists.
Industrializing Discovery
Google DeepMind announced a partnership with the UK government to construct a dedicated Automated Science Lab, scheduled to open in 2026. The facility aims to close the loop between AI prediction and physical verification, using robots controlled by DeepMind’s Gemini models to conduct experiments without human intervention.
The "Co-Scientist" Model
The lab will focus on synthesizing new materials for clean energy and computing. - Robotic Execution: AI agents will design experiments and directly control wet-lab robotics to synthesize substances like superconductors and battery electrolytes. - Accelerated R&D: The goal is to reduce the timeline for material …
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