# UCB partners with Cradle to use AI in antibody research

_Published Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6:18 AM EST · AI, Science · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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UCB and Cradle announced a collaboration on November 4 to use Cradle's AI protein design platform in selected UCB antibody research projects. The planned work spans identifying active molecules, improving lead candidates and preparing them for preclinical development.

Results from UCB's laboratory experiments will feed models tailored to individual research programs, allowing predictions and experimental findings to inform subsequent design work. The companies aim to help researchers assess and improve candidates more quickly, while keeping laboratory validation central. The announcement identifies no clinical candidate or development milestone.

## Sources

- [Ad Hoc News](https://www.ad-hoc-news.de/boerse/news/corporate-news/ucb-stock-adds-ai-antibody-research-partnership-with-cradle/70455742)

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