Fellow Lecture
The Rise of Self-Driving Labs in Chemistry and Materials Science Autonomous Robotic Experimentation
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The discovery of new molecules and materials drives progress in fields ranging from renewable energy to healthcare, yet it remains constrained by slow, trial-and-error experimentation. This lecture will explore how the convergence of automation, artificial intelligence, and robotics is transforming discovery through the rise of self-driving laboratories (SDLs).
Self-driving laboratories—intelligent, autonomous platforms capable of performing thousands of experiments daily—are dramatically accelerating the pace of innovation in chemistry and materials science. I will highlight how SDLs are reducing the timeline for semiconductor materials and catalyst discovery from decades to mere weeks, enabling precise control over nanoscale properties and opening efficient pathways to industrial application. Drawing on cutting-edge examples from our SDLs, including the synthesis of quantum dots and specialty chemical catalysts, this talk will offer a glimpse into a future where human-AI-robot collaboration reshapes the scientific process and amplifies our ability to address global challenges in sustainability, energy, and manufacturing.
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