Going Beyond Manual Experiments to Scale Materials Discovery

Going Beyond Manual Experiments to Scale Materials Discovery The glass ceiling of manual chemistry Step into any chemistry lab, and you will encounter the typical clichés: scientists in white coats and protective googles, pipettes in hand, laser-focused on crafting new materials — one reaction at a time. This artisanal model has its merits; it is at the origin of our modern society. However, it cannot keep pace with today’s exponential demand for innovation, whether to match rising energy demands or mitigate climate change.