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Science is the cornerstone of human progress. Yet, while the world\u2019s problems are becoming increasingly complex, the pace of new discovery is actually slowing. To help overcome this, Google.org created a $20 million AI for Science fund to support academic, nonprofit and startup organizations using AI to tackle the world\u2019s most complex scientific challenges. We’re equipping researchers with the right resources to use AI to unlock the impossible and achieve in years what used to take decades.<\/p>\n
Today, we\u2019re announcing the twelve recipients of the AI for Science fund. These teams aren’t just using AI to synthesize and process data; they are using it to break through the most significant obstacles across scientific domains like health, agriculture and biodiversity to turn discoveries into real-world solutions. Each of these organizations shares our commitment to open science. We expect their work to lead to open source datasets and solutions that can power breakthroughs far beyond their own applications.<\/p>\n
The sheer complexity of biological data has long been a barrier to medical progress. Five of our funding recipients are using AI to translate this complexity into a predictive, more precise science, moving us from reacting to disease to preventing it.<\/p>\n
A growing global population and a changing climate are placing unprecedented pressure on our food systems, from plants to livestock. These selected organizations are using AI to ensure that what we grow is more resilient, more nutritious and more sustainable.<\/p>\n
Human activity is eroding the natural world faster than traditional science can document and understand it. These organizations are using AI to map, model and protect natural resources and drive breakthroughs in advanced clean energy and carbon capture. Together, they are building tools to safeguard the systems that sustain all life on Earth.<\/p>\n
Whether it is curing a rare disease, protecting a staple crop or saving a species from extinction, these organizations are proving how powerful AI applications can accelerate the pace of innovation for everyone. We\u2019re excited to continue supporting these organizations and discovering others that are driving breakthrough science. Google.org remains committed to accelerating the next frontier of scientific discovery\u2013learn more about upcoming opportunities to join us in our mission to solve critical global challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n