Year: 2026
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: Materials science has historically depended on a blend of experimental methods and theoretical modelling to identify and create new materials with specific properties. Nevertheless, these processes may require considerable time and resources, and are frequently constrained by the intricacy of material systems. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly machine learning, has revolutionised materials science by offering powerful tools that accelerate the discovery, design, and characterisation of novel materials. This chapter emphasises the latest developments in AI applications in materials science for drug discovery. Artificial Intelligence is proficient at analysing intricate data, enhancing processes, and developing drug candidates, whereas quantum systems enable unparalleled molecular simulations, highly sensitive sensing, and accurate physical control. Applications in drug discovery are emphasised, encompassing molecular property prediction and molecular generation. This chapter focuses on technologies such as Nanomaterials, Biomaterials, Polymers, Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Hydrogels, and Smart Materials. This chapter emphasises the advantages of quantum technology in drug discovery: enhanced accuracy in molecular simulations, Accelerated drug screening, better comprehension of reactions, and Tailored medicine. Additionally, the challenges include: hardware limitations, the high cost of error correction, the maturity of algorithms, integration with classical methods, and issues related to cost and accessibility.
Authors: Monika Kumari, Shudhanshu Pandey, Puneet Garg
Institution: St. Andrews Institute of Technology and Management
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7203880107