Artificial Chemist uses AI to find solutions

In proof-of-concept experiments, the researchers from North Carolina State University (NC State) and the University at Buffalo demonstrated that Artificial Chemist can identify and produce the best possible quantum dots - colloidal semiconductor nanocrystals - for any colour in 15 minutes or less.

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Beyond quantum dots, the researchers said that Artificial Chemist can identify the best material to meet any suite of measurable properties.

“Artificial Chemist is a truly autonomous system that can intelligently navigate through the chemical universe,” said Milad Abolhasani, corresponding author of a paper on the work and an assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at NC State. “Currently, Artificial Chemist is designed for solution-processed materials – meaning it works for materials that can be made using liquid chemical precursors. Solution-processed materials include high-value materials such as quantum dots, metal/metal oxide nanoparticles, metal organic frameworks (MOFs), and so on.