Researchers have developed an autonomous robotic artificial-intelligence (AI) chemist capable of crafting and refining catalysts crucial for generating oxygen from Martian meteorites, marking a significant step in potential Martian colonization. This innovation enables the autonomous execution of various tasks, including the preparation of Martian ore, catalyst synthesis, characterization, and subsequent testing, without direct human intervention. […] The post Research Publications for AI, Automation in Chemistry: December 2023 first appeared on Automation Chemistry .