About
SciFM 2027
Generative AI appears poised to have a transformative impact on scientific discovery and engineering innovation.
#SciFM25: Scientific Discovery in the Age of AI is the 2nd conference on foundation models and AI agents for science, following the highly successful SciFM24 conference. The event will feature engaging talks and panel discussions from thought leaders and world-renowned experts from national labs, academia, and leading AI companies; it will also include hands-on tutorials and interactive workshops.
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Generative models for a range of physical and biological phenomena
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Techniques to enhance mathematical and scientific reasoning
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Quantifying and promoting creativity and novelty in foundation models
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AI-driven workflows integrating scientists, instruments, and computations
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Advances in algorithmic and computational infrastructure
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Envisioning and creating a national ecosystem for AI-augmented science
This conference will be an excellent opportunity for students, professionals and enthusiasts to learn about ongoing developments (and cut through the hype) in foundation models and AI agents for science and exchange ideas with leaders in the field.
The Lineup
Keynote Speaker
David Baker
Nobel Prize in Chemistry (2024)
Director, Institute for Protein Design
Henrietta and Aubrey Davis Endowed Professor in Biochemistry,
University of Washington
David Baker is a biochemist and computational biologist who developed computerized methods for the de novo (from scratch) design of proteins with entirely new functions. Baker’s work on protein structure prediction and design fueled advances in synthetic biology and in the development of novel drugs and proteins for industrial applications.
