Our journey
The noble beginnings and proudest moments
At PIPA, we are on a mission to transform the world of nutrition and health through Artificial Intelligence
Our history is marked by impactful applications of AI; from building state-of-the-art apps that unlock scientific discovery to creating life-changing disease predictors, we’re building a future we’re excited to be part of. In the last 10 years, we have worked on mission-critical programs, forged strategic partnerships we couldn’t be more proud of, and shown the transformational capability of AI for good. Join us on this journey.
2015
A STRONG FOUNDATION
Started on a clear mission; unlock a cost-efficient, faster path to innovation in Life Sciences and Nutrition by leveraging a scalable infrastructure, deep scientific know-how, and state-of-the-art AI/ML. This marked the beginning of a remarkable journey in transforming the way we approach scientific discovery.
2016
ESTABLISHING EXCELLENCE
PIPA’s small but growing team of AI and Bioinformatics experts worked on key partner projects that enable data-driven and AI-informed decision making. With each endeavor, PIPA solidifies its position as the industry pioneer in embedding artificial intelligence in the Life Sciences and Nutrition industries.
2018
FIRST ENTERPRISE-LEVEL SOLUTION
Together with our partners, we built and deployed for our clients an enterprise-level ML solution to enable early disease prediction and intervention. RenalTech®, by Antech Diagnostics, was recognized as the best companion animal product for predicting chronic kidney disease in cats two years before onset. A solution showcasing the direct impact AI can have in improving and extending healthy living.
2019
A RICH PORTFOLIO OF AI-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS AND PROJECTS
Within 4 years, PIPA has completed more than 60 projects with clients and partners. Our portfolio encompasses disease predictors, insight engines, and forecasting models in the sectors of Business, Agriculture, Nutrition, Pet Health, and Human Health. With each AI program, we strengthen our commitment to leveraging AI for the greater benefit of society.
2020
LEAP™: SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY AI PLATFORM LAUNCHES
PIPA leverages its deep tech experience, infrastructure, and technology to design transformational AI tools for Nutrition and Ingredient R&D. In 2020, PIPA launches its flagship, cloud-based platform, LEAP™, to accelerate scientific discovery and drive innovation through knowledge integration and synthesis.
2021
COLLAPSING R&D CYCLES BY PLACING AI AT THE CENTER
PIPA embarks on programs with industry-leading organizations in Food and Nutrition for AI-driven bioactive compound discovery. PIPA leverages LEAP™ and its deep bench of scientists and bioinformaticians to uncover known and predict novel compounds that could inform new product development.
2022
FORGING PARTNERSHIPS FOR A HEALTHIER, TASTIER FUTURE
PIPA signs a multi-year agreement with Mars Inc., embarking on a journey of accelerating the discovery of plant-based ingredients. Through LEAP™, Mars Associates will have the opportunity to support the research and discovery of health-promoting molecules.
2023
EMBEDDING AI IN R&D
We continue supporting Ingredient and Nutrition companies in their quest to increase operational efficiency and multiply output in R&D through Artificial Intelligence. From plant-based bioactives to little known upcycled ingredients with health-promoting impact, our focus remains unchanged: empower organizations to make discoveries and bring to market healthy and nutritious products, faster.
Let’s advance scientific discovery together
Our mission is to offfer a cost-efficient, faster path to innovation for our partners by leveraging our team’s top-tier scientific expertise and our proprietary AI technologies.