How AI is transforming the world of analytical chemistry
By 
Clare Sansom2026-07-27T08:28:00
Analytical chemists have been using machine learning long before ChatGPT made headlines. Now, as generative AI enters the laboratory, the discipline faces both opportunities and risks
Artificial intelligence is reshaping analytical chemistry, from interpreting complex spectra to helping scientists hunt for new molecules and disease biomarkers. But as generative AI moves from hype to laboratory reality, researchers are grappling with a crucial question: can these powerful tools accelerate discovery without compromising scientific rigour? We explore how AI is transforming spectroscopy, diagnostics and forensic science—and why human expertise remains more important than ever.