Is Science Reaching an ‘Inflection Point’ with AI and Simulations? Asks Associate Professor Rafael Gómez-Bombarelli
‘We are at an inflection point,’ states Associate Professor Rafael Gómez-Bombarelli of MIT, highlighting the potential for AI and simulations to dramatically accelerate scientific discovery. With a career dedicated to applying AI to scientific inquiry, he notes AI’s capability to complete processes, such as molecular design, in days or hours that previously took years.
According to an MIT News report on February 12, 2026, Professor Gómez-Bombarelli is convinced that the synergy between AI and simulations will empower researchers to tackle more complex problems and achieve novel findings. This ‘inflection point’ holds the potential to fundamentally transform scientific research, paving the way for breakthroughs in diverse fields including drug discovery and new material development.
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