Google DeepMind has announced the launch of its first automated research lab in the UK, set to open in 2025. This facility aims to accelerate advancements in materials science, focusing on areas such as batteries and semiconductors. Utilizing AI models like Gemini, the lab will support scientific and public sector innovation through a partnership with the government. This initiative represents DeepMind's foray into automated experimentation, employing robotics to minimize human intervention in materials research.