OpenAI, parent company of ChatGPT, has ushered in a new era of scientific ambition with the establishment of OpenAI for Science. Unveiled by Chief Product Officer Kevin Weil on X, this research initiative is designed to build the “next great scientific instrument” and aims to deploy AI as a force multiplier for accelerating discovery in fields ranging from physics to biology.

A new chapter in AI-driven discovery

In his brief but compelling post, Weil shared how OpenAI seeks to move beyond consumer-facing applications such as the latest rollout of branching chats, towards empowering fundamental science with the power of AI.

Although Weil’s LinkedIn profile still has him as Chief Product Officer, according to PYMNTS, Weil has taken on a new role as VP of AI for Science, spearheading the i

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