On AI, Quantum, and the Future of American Science
19 June 2026

On AI, Quantum, and the Future of American Science

CFR On the Record

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In this episode, Under Secretary Gil discusses the Genesis Mission, and what the federal government’s bet on AI and quantum computing for scientific discovery means for American competitiveness and global collaboration.


 


Host: Nicholas F. Beim, Partner, Venrock; Member, Board of Directors, Council on Foreign Relations


 


Guests: Darío Gil, Under Secretary for Science, U.S. Department of Energy


 


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