OVERVIEW
As global research ecosystems modernize and AI reshapes scientific infrastructure, host Daniella Sussman and guest Joseph F. Krause examine how science diplomacy, materials science, and AI are converging to redefine how nations and industries pursue technological breakthroughs. Their exchange underscores the accelerating transition toward autonomous discovery, where governments, national labs, and private innovators collaborate to build next-generation research capabilities.
EPISODE SUMMARY
This conversation charts Radical AI’s emergence as a technical and strategic force, detailing how autonomous labs, large-scale data generation, and machine-learned simulations are restructuring the scientific process. Joseph outlines the shift from serial to parallel discovery, the role of open-source tools in expanding global participation, and the policy frameworks now shaping AI-native research programs. The discussion illustrates why materials development is becoming a geopolitical priority and how collaboration, infrastructure, and policy alignment are essential to remain competitive. By integrating scientific insight with national-level strategy, the episode positions the future of discovery as both a technological and diplomatic undertaking.
In this episode, we discuss:
03:06 – The founding vision behind Radical AI
07:30 – Redefining the scientific workflow through parallel discovery
11:18 – How TorchSim and open-source tools expand global access
17:39 – The intensifying race for scientific leadership and the global stakes of AI-native research
20:52 – Data availability, global standards, and international collaboration
23:30 – Who shapes global AI standards and how Radical AI contributes to that future
39:02 – The future vision of removing materials as a global bottleneck
ABOUT THE GUEST
Joseph F. Krause is Co-Founder and CEO of Radical AI, which combines AI and robotics to accelerate the design, development, and discovery of novel materials. A U.S. Army National Guard veteran and trained materials scientist, he pioneered neuromorphic semiconductor research at the Army DEVCOM research lab and later led deep tech investments at AlleyCorp before founding Radical.
Radical AI is building a unified scientific intelligence platform that autonomously discovers, designs, and manufactures advanced materials - bridging gaps between research, industry, and policy. The company’s work advances how national labs, industry, and international partners collaborate to shape global standards in AI infrastructure and scientific innovation.
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
⚇ (Studies or Research) Materials Project / Materials Genome Initiative - https://www.mgi.gov/content/materials-project
⚇ (Website) AI + Science Summit - https://www.scsp.ai/event/ai-science/
⚇ (Website / Tool) Torch Sim - https://github.com/TorchSim/torch-sim
⚇ (Reference) Open Catalyst Project - https://opencatalystproject.org/
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CONNECT WITH JOSEPH F. KRAUSE:
Website: https://www.radical-ai.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfkrause/
X (Twitter): https://x.com/josephfkrause/
CONNECT WITH DANIELLA:
Podcast Website: https://the-global-lens.captivate.fm/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellasussman/
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