This week, AI agents made big steps in helping scientists discover new medicines faster. A company called Causaly launched new AI tools that connect millions of medical facts to answer complex questions. These tools can save scientists up to 90% of their time when searching for drug targets. Meanwhile, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced funding for researchers working on agentic AI projects, like teaching AI to use tools and work with other agents.

In other news, a survey found that over half of companies are already using AI agents to automate tasks. Some even expect these tools to double their money by speeding up work. Experts say combining AI agents with human teams could change how businesses solve problems, from healthcare to customer service.

These advancements show how agentic AI is becoming a key partner in scientific research, helping experts make breakthroughs faster and cheaper.