Former OpenAI and DeepMind Researchers Raise $300M Seed Funding to Revolutionize Scientific Automation
Periodic Labs, founded by Ekin Dogus Cubuk and Liam Fedus, has emerged from stealth mode with an impressive seed funding round of $300 million. This funding has come from a prestigious group of investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, and others.
Cubuk, formerly with Google Brain and DeepMind, led efforts in AI projects such as GNoME, which discovered over 2 million new crystals that may be used for advanced technologies. Fedus previously served as VP of Research at OpenAI, contributing to the creation of ChatGPT and leading the development of the first trillion-parameter neural network.
The mission of Periodic Labs is to automate scientific discovery through the creation of "AI scientists" that will operate within autonomous laboratories. These labs will conduct various physical experiments, gather data, and adapt over time, continuously improving their methods and outputs.
The initial focus is on the invention of new superconductors that could potentially outperform current materials while being more energy-efficient. Periodic Labs also aims to systematically collect data produced during their experiments to enrich AI models and drive further advancements in science.
While Periodic Labs boasts a remarkable team, they are not alone in their endeavor. The field of automating chemistry discovery with AI has seen interest from smaller startups and academic initiatives, including Tetsuwan Scientific and nonprofit organizations such as Future House.
For more information about Periodic Labs, visit their official website.
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