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Explainable AI Platform to Reduce Costs and Risks in Drug Discovery

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Imagine a GPS for scientists that doesn't just tell them where to go, but explains exactly why it chose that route. Most AI acts like a black box, giving answers without reasons, which is dangerous when making medicine. This tool opens that box, showing the logic behind its predictions to help researchers find safe drugs faster.

By the numbers
2.5B
Average cost per drug today in EUR
15+
Number of pharma pilots conducted
The business problem

What needed solving

Drug discovery is currently too expensive and risky, with costs reaching €2.5B per drug. Many candidates fail late in the process due to unforeseen toxicity because existing AI tools are 'black boxes' that don't explain their reasoning.

The solution

What was built

The 'Reason' platform, powered by QLattice AI, which provides explainable and transparent predictions for RNA therapeutics and drug design.

Audience

Who needs this

Pharmaceutical R&D DirectorsBiotech Startup FoundersComputational ChemistsRNA Therapeutics Researchers
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Pharmaceuticals
enterprise
Target: Drug Discovery Firm

If you are a drug discovery firm dealing with high failure rates and unforeseen side effects — this project developed the Reason platform that uses explainable AI to predict toxicity and off-target effects. This increases the probability of success for drug candidates.

Biotechnology
SME
Target: RNA Therapeutics Startup

If you are an RNA therapeutics startup dealing with the complexity of designing new compounds — this project developed a specialized AI toolset that empowers non-coding scientists to design better compounds. This reduces the risk of expensive R&D failures.

Life Sciences
mid-size
Target: R&D Laboratory

If you are an R&D laboratory dealing with the €2.5B average cost per drug — this project developed the QLattice technology that provides transparent, scalable insights. This helps reverse the trend of steady R&D cost increases.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

How does this impact the cost of drug development?

The project targets the trend of R&D costs increasing to approximately €2.5B per drug today. By de-risking the process and increasing the probability of success, it aims to improve ROI and productivity.

Is the technology ready for industrial scale?

Yes, the QLattice technology is described as a scalable solution. Based on available project data, it has already been used in over 15 pharma pilots.

What is the IP or licensing model for the platform?

Based on available project data, the project focused on developing a commercially viable AI offering called 'Reason' to enable wider access to the technology.

How does this handle data privacy and regulation?

The platform is designed as a 'responsible, trustworthy and transparent AI' specifically to meet the high-stakes requirements of the pharmaceutical sector where explainability is crucial.

How long does it take to integrate into existing R&D workflows?

The 'Reason' platform is specifically designed to be utilized by non-code savvy R&D scientists, suggesting a low barrier to integration for laboratory staff.

Consortium

Who built it

The project is lean and highly commercial, consisting of 2 SMEs from Denmark and Spain. With a 100% industry ratio and zero university or research partners, the focus is entirely on commercialization and market disruption rather than basic research.

How to reach the team

Contact ABZU APS in Denmark

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing opportunities for the QLattice AI technology.

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