OpenAI Exec Liam Fedus Launches AI-Driven Materials Science Startup
The field of AI-powered scientific discovery is rapidly expanding, with companies investing in materials science innovations that could transform industries ranging from electronics to medicine. Now, OpenAI’s Vice President of Research for Post-Training, Liam Fedus, has announced his departure from the company to establish an AI-driven materials science startup. This decision places Fedus in direct competition with industry giants like Google DeepMind and Microsoft, which have already launched their own materials-discovering AI tools. However, Fedus is not entirely severing ties with OpenAI. According to his official statement, OpenAI plans to invest in and collaborate with his new venture, reinforcing the … Read more
