The launch of Donald Trump‘s new Genesis Mission marks one of the most sweeping attempts yet to reorganise how the United States uses AI for scientific work across its federal agencies. Built around the goal of ‘combining government datasets with advanced computing systems’, the initiative sets out to reshape research processes that normally take years.
Its reach extends across national laboratories, security priorities, and next-generation technologies tied to both local and global impact.
Government-Wide Push to Reshape Scientific Research
The Genesis Mission was formally introduced on 24 November 2025, when US President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing the project. The plan calls for the creation of a unified AI platform that brings together scientific data from across federal departments. The intention is to use these resources to train foundation models capable of running tests, forming predictions, and speeding up scientific outputs.
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The order directs the US Energy Department and its network of national laboratories to coordinate the effort, creating a system that joins researchers, powerful computing facilities, and longstanding scientific archives. This system is expected to serve as a closed-loop environment where AI agents can run experiments and refine automated workflows. The overall aim is to reduce delays in scientific cycles and generate results far faster than traditional research methods allow.
How the Genesis Mission Will Function
According to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, the platform will draw from government-held data to significantly shorten the time needed to reach scientific conclusions. The Energy Department will oversee the integration of US supercomputers, national datasets, and robotic laboratory systems into one environment.
The hope is for AI agents to conduct experiments, review outcomes, and adjust next steps without the need for constant human intervention. This approach is expected to allow investigations that usually run for years to be completed in days or even hours.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright noted that while private companies have made significant progress in AI research, the government now wants to redirect some of that momentum toward scientific discovery. He pointed out that the national laboratories hold vast datasets that cannot be recreated by the private sector, making them central to the project’s success. The Genesis Mission aims to use these resources to generate new tools for engineers and scientists working on government-backed research.
Trump’s Broader AI Strategy and Its Implications
The project fits within Trump’s wider push to position the United States at the centre of global artificial intelligence development. Shortly after taking office in January, he ordered the creation of an AI Action Plan designed to remove regulatory barriers and accelerate domestic innovation. The goal, as stated in previous directives, is to secure a leadership position in AI ahead of China.
As part of this shift, Trump also rescinded a safety-focused AI order introduced by former President Joe Biden. The new direction places heavier emphasis on growth, speed, and national competitiveness rather than regulatory oversight. This means the Genesis Mission is expected to influence not only research institutions but also the industries tied to national strategy.
Public Response
The announcement was met with mixed responses online, especially on X (Formerly Twitter). One netizen mentioned ‘This is both really exciting and super terrifying at the same time. I really hope we don’t work ourselves into oblivion,’ while another onlooker pointed out, ‘I don’t recall anyone ever voting for this.’ Others voiced their fears, stating, ‘This is absolutely terrifying. Sounds like Sky Net will be taking over soon.’
Who the Genesis Mission Will Affect
The project will impact researchers across national laboratories, engineers working in energy and technology fields, and teams handling large government datasets. It will also affect sectors tied to national security, including nuclear research and advanced materials. As the platform grows, its influence is likely to spread into biotechnology, microelectronics, and other areas named as priorities in the order. Ultimately, the Genesis Mission is designed to shift how scientific work is conducted within the federal system.
By using supercomputers, AI models, and robotic laboratories, the project aims to shorten timelines and expand the reach of government-backed innovation.
Originally published on IBTimes UK
