BCG X AI Science Institute

The Future of Science Is AI-Powered

AI is redefining the future of scientific discovery, and the BCG X AI Science Institute stands at the forefront of this transformation. The Institute brings the power of AI to scientific research, discovery, and innovation—where cutting-edge AI research, academic rigor, and real-world business impact converge.

In partnership with universities, industry experts, and leading R&D teams, the Institute drives progress by leveraging AI to advance scientific research from innovation to impact, accelerating breakthroughs in healthcare, climate science, energy, and beyond.

AI is rapidly reshaping the boundaries of what’s achievable for companies, organizations, and governments. By merging advances in artificial intelligence and computer science with domain expertise across sectors, the BCG X AI Science Institute delivers next-generation solutions that power real-world scientific breakthroughs and sustained competitive advantage for our partners around the globe. Harnessing the knowledge of BCG X’s more than 3,000 experts—including over 200 PhDs—we’re redefining what’s possible, scaling discovery, and unlocking insights at a pace once unimaginable in science and engineering.

Our Approach

AI is at an inflection point. It’s no longer enough for research-focused companies to merely experiment with AI—robust adoption is imperative. Through collaborations with academic institutions and industry leaders, the Institute is committed to advancing high-impact breakthroughs that address some of the world’s most pressing challenges—including climate change, disease treatment, and energy scarcity.

By leveraging proprietary data, leading-edge AI capabilities, human expertise, and BCG X’s ever-expanding portfolio of approximately 70 patents and patents pending, we prioritize scientific exploration with an AI-first mindset that drives both impact and business value. We guide companies through the experimentation phase to achieve measurable outcomes quickly.