What Is Science-Aware AI?

This paper introduces “science-aware AI,” a new wave of intelligent systems trained specifically for the scientific domain. It showcases AI’s impact on drug discovery, predictive modeling, lab automation, and cross-domain collaboration. The document also outlines the nine defining characteristics of science-aware AI, highlighting tools like ELaiN that support data contextualization, in silico experimentation, and advanced analytics. It concludes by reinforcing AI’s role in improving decision-making and research outcomes