• AI and machine learning techniques are applied across various aspects of materials science, accelerating material development and discovery.
• Major challenges in AI-driven materials science are evaluated, including data quality, model interpretability, and integration with experimental workflows.
• Novel case studies demonstrate the impact of AI on accelerating material development and discovery, leading to sustainable solutions.
• The synergistic collaboration between AI and materials science is poised to realize a future propelled by advanced AI-powered materials.