China bets on AI to speed up science despite chip limits

Source Domain: cen.acs.org

China’s push to embed artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific research is gaining momentum, driven by new policies and investments to accelerate technological breakthroughs.
The “AI for Science” initiative is becoming increasingly common in universities and research labs, with AI being applied across various disciplines such as chemistry, physics, and astronomy.
Despite rapid integration of AI, challenges remain, particularly in accessing top-end chips and high-quality data due to export controls and local internet restrictions.
China’s government has emphasized AI in national development plans and launched projects to create dedicated AI platforms, computing centers, and open data for scientific research.
Specific applications of AI include developing specialized tools for drug discovery, material sciences, and genetic research, with institutions like Shenzhen’s School of AI for Science pioneering these advancements.

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