Google DeepMind is bringing a new AI lab to the UK

Technology Dec 11, 2025

Google DeepMind just announced it's opening its first UK research lab in 2026, teaming up with the British government.
The big idea? Use AI and robotics to speed up material discovery—think less manual work for scientists and more automated experiments.

What's in it for UK researchers?

Google will tweak its AI models, like Gemini, to help out UK scientists, teachers, and public service folks.
The lab will focus on creating better materials for things like medical imaging, solar panels, and chips.
Plus, British researchers get early access to special AI tools for DNA analysis and weather forecasting—a nice boost for local innovation.