How Scientists Invent Faster with Albert: Digitalizing Chemistry and Materials Science for the Age of AI
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 @ 10:00AM PT
Consider the scientist of the future. Before they even enter the lab, they know exactly which experiments to run to reach the optimal formula in the shortest time. Albert is their digital lab assistant, analyzing their data, surfacing underlying trends, and mapping the most efficient path to discovery. With every experiment, the scientist refines their approach, and Albert refines its predictions—accelerating innovation while reducing wasted time and resources.
This transformation is happening now. AI-enabled digitalization is reshaping chemistry and materials science organizations, turning R&D into a faster, smarter, and more connected process. Join us for a presentation on how Albert partners with some of the world’s most innovative companies to structure decades of data, manage change across R&D, and optimize experimentation with AI—while keeping scientists at the center of discovery.
Hear from Cameron Darkes-Burkey, Senior Scientist at Applied Molecules, about how his team used Albert Breakthrough to cut formulation development time from three months to two days by revealing critical variables they wouldn’t have explored otherwise. Cameron's story will show how AI enhances scientific intuition, refines decision-making, and helps chemists push the boundaries of what’s possible in the lab.
The way we invent is evolving. Meet Albert.
Speakers
Nick is CEO and co-founder of Albert Invent. As a chemical engineer with multiple patents and publications, Nick previously co-founded and was the CTO of Molecule, a 3D printing company. Here, he created the first version of Albert for himself and his colleagues on the lab bench. Nick then helped to lead the Digital Transformation of R&D at Henkel, the leading global provider of adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Cameron holds a doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Cornell University with a focus on photopolymer 3D printing technology. He resides in Southwest Florida as a Senior Scientist at Applied Molecules where he develops and tests UV resin formulations for various commercial and industrial applications including composite repair, graphic arts, sealants, and 3D printing.
Sebastian is a machine learning engineer and optimization expert with a background in chemical engineering and AI-driven R&D. Before Albert, he worked at various AI and robotics companies, applying data science and machine learning to materials development. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University, where he specialized in optimization and statistical modeling.