Learn how AI models enhance physics-based simulations to predict molecular interactions and optimize drug design.
Discover the synergy between machine learning and classical methods to accelerate screening and improve the accuracy of drug discovery.
Explore how AI enhances biomarker discovery by analyzing large datasets to uncover novel biomarkers for disease diagnosis and therapeutic efficacy.
Learn how integrating digital biomarkers with AI improves the interpretation of data from wearable devices and traditional lab-based biomarkers for better patient stratification and treatment personalization.
Matterworks is unlocking predictive biology through an AI-powered platform that immediately uncovers actionable discoveries hidden in LC-MS raw data. Our Large Spectral Model (LSM) has been trained on billions of proprietary raw LC-MS spectra across diverse applications. Built on this foundation, the Pyxis query system leverages the LSM to rapidly identify biomolecules without disparate, time-consuming, and laborious downstream processes.
Available in application-specific configurations, Pyxis transforms conventional manual processing into immediate AI-driven results, expanding the breadth and speed of biomarker discovery, upstream bioprocess optimization, and downstream process development.
Matterworks brings together expertise in AI, software engineering, and analytical chemistry to bridge the gap between raw data and phenotypic endpoints hidden in the dark matter. By developing our AI-powered platform for rapid biomolecule discovery, identification, and concentration determination, we are creating the new standard for researchers, data scientists, and industry leaders to uncover previously unattainable insights and accelerate decision-making across discovery and development.
Examine how AI models are being developed, validated, and governed to meet regulatory expectations, with practical insights into documentation, auditability, and lifecycle management to ensure safe, transparent, and compliant deployment in GxP environments.
Guides strategic IT decisions by clarifying trade-offs between cloud and on-premise solutions, to align infrastructure strategy with agility, security, and compliance objectives.
Explore practical strategies for scaling AI implementation across clinical development pipelines, enabling faster trial execution, smarter protocol design, and improved patient recruitment while aligning with evolving regulatory expectations.
David Champagne is a Senior Partner at McKinsey and leads McKinsey’s global Scientific AI practice to help clients in the life sciences industry and beyond drive the next frontier of R&D productivity with AI. The practice covers a broad range of AI capabilities across Biology, Chemistry, Materials and Physics. David brings together teams of scientific experts from McKinsey’s industry practices with deep technology expertise from QuantumBlack, to develop strategies, blueprints and roadmaps for the technology-driven transformation of product discovery and development processes in industries where science is at the core of innovation.
Dr. Melissa (“Mel”) Landon leads Commercial and Business Development for AI and Automation at Millipore Sigma, the Life Science business of Merck KGaA. With 20 years of experience of building cutting edge platforms across pharma and tech, Mel’s current work focuses on scaling intelligent automation and AI solutions that bridge scientific innovation with commercial value. She brings to this role a cross-disciplinary background spanning life sciences, technology partnerships, and enterprise transformation. Prior to joining MilliporeSigma, Melissa served as Chief Strategy Officer at Cyclica, an AI-enabled tech bio company (acquired by Recursion in 2023). Melissa completed her PhD in Bioinformatics at Boston University and performed postdoctoral studies in biochemistry and X-ray crystallography at Brandeis University.
Together with our colleagues, customers and stakeholders, we impact life and health with science. Before researchers can make scientific breakthroughs, they must have access to state-of-the-art tools, services and expertise to perform experiments and engineer new products. That’s where we come in.
We offer one of the broadest portfolios in the industry for scientists, best-in-class products for pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, and a fully integrated service organization to support CDMO and contract testing across traditional and novel modalities.
Our vision is a world where our innovative products, services and digital offerings help create solutions for people globally and a sustainable future for generations to come.
The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, operates as MilliporeSigma in the US and Canada. Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany is a global science and technology company with around 60,000 employees in more than 66 countries.
Demonstrate how AI-driven initiatives - like predictive modelling and automated inspection -translate into measurable outcomes (e.g., defect reduction, shorter batch release cycles) that justify capital investment and cross-functional prioritization.
At Salesforce, Hitesh is responsible for the end-to-end architecture of platforms delivered to financial services and insurance clients globally. His focus is on working with key strategic customers to align Salesforce implementations with their business goals, particularly around the conjunction of Data+AI and CRM. This involves collaborating with retail and commercial banking, payments, wealth management, investment banking, insurance, and capital markets to influence product roadmaps and shape the future of technology in these industries. A significant part of Hitesh's role includes facilitating discussions with CTOs, CIOs, CDOs, and Chief Architects to: • Analyze current architectures and design target states. • Optimize Salesforce technologies for customer needs. • Integrate and Interoperate with Salesforce platforms within broader ecosystems. Being the executive sponsors for the customers, I play a key role in influencing product development within Salesforce by advocating for customer-driven innovations.
Hitesh oversees end-to-end platform and solution architecture for global financial services and insurance clients. He specializes in aligning Salesforce solutions with strategic business objectives, particularly at the intersection of Data+AI and CRM. By collaborating with retail and commercial banking, payments, wealth management, investment banking, insurance, and capital markets, Hitesh helps influence product roadmaps and shape the future of technology in these industries.
A key part of his role involves engaging CTOs, CIOs, CDOs, and Chief Architects to analyze current architectures, design target states, and optimize Salesforce within broader ecosystems. As an executive sponsor, Hitesh champions customer-driven innovation, ensuring product development meets evolving industry needs.
