AI for science in the 2021 report
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AI for science in the 2021 report
Historical snapshot: October 2021. Dates and populations are specified per row.
| Measure | Reported value | Definition and source |
|---|---|---|
| AlphaFold 2 evaluation milestone | CASP14 in 2020 | Milestone discussed retrospectively in the 2021 report.2021 report, slide 19 (PDF page 19) |
| RoseTTAFold representations | 1D, 2D, and 3D | Sequence, distance-map, and coordinate representations processed together.2021 report, slide 20 (PDF page 20) |
Structure prediction is distinct from experimentally proving a protein’s function or a drug’s benefit. This page describes the methods and evidence available in October 2021.
Sources and dates
Historical snapshot published October 12, 2021. This web edition was prepared on 2026-10-11 from the online deck and original launch posts. Findings and forecasts retain their original time frame.
- 2021 report, slide 19 (PDF page 19)Original 2021 report. Printed slide numbers match PDF pages.
- 2021 report, slide 20 (PDF page 20)Original 2021 report. Printed slide numbers match PDF pages.
- State of AI Report 2021: online slides
- Air Street Press launch essayOctober 12, 2021.
- Welcome to State of AI Report 2021Original website launch post, October 12, 2021.
Cite this page
Benaich, Nathan, and Ian Hogarth. “AI for science in the 2021 report.” State of AI Report 2021. Historical report snapshot; web edition prepared 2026-10-11.