- Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to Jumper, Hassabis, and Baker for AlphaFold.
- Jumper announced his departure from Google DeepMind for Anthropic in a post on X, stating, "After nearly 9 years, I have decided to leave Google DeepMind and join Anthropic (after taking some time to recharge)."
- He expressed being incredibly grateful for his time at Google DeepMind and credited CEO Demis Hassabis for the opportunity to lead the AlphaFold team shortly after completing his PhD.
John Jumper, a key figure in the development of AlphaFold, has transitioned from Google DeepMind to Anthropic after nearly nine years. Jumper, who shared the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry with Demis Hassabis and David Baker, announced his decision in a post on X, stating, “After nearly 9 years, I have decided to leave Google DeepMind and join Anthropic (after taking some time to recharge).”12
Jumper expressed his deep appreciation for his time at DeepMind, highlighting the pivotal role of CEO Demis Hassabis in his career. He noted, “I was incredibly grateful for my time at the company” and credited Hassabis for allowing him to lead the AlphaFold team shortly after completing his PhD. This move marks a significant shift in Jumper's career, as he embarks on a new journey with Anthropic, a company focused on AI safety and research.3
Jumper's contributions to AlphaFold have been groundbreaking, revolutionizing the field of protein folding and earning him international recognition. His departure from DeepMind signals a new chapter in his professional life, as he aims to continue his work in AI and machine learning at Anthropic.
“John Jumper, recognized for his work on AlphaFold, has left Google DeepMind to join Anthropic. He expressed gratitude for his time at DeepMind and credited CEO Demis Hassabis for the opportunity.”
