Researchers in Knoxville, TN, have successfully used AI and a materials-genome framework to predict and optimize properties of over 1,700 polyimide candidates, leading to the discovery of a high-performance formulation called PPI-TB. This innovative approach significantly speeds up development cycles and provides a cost-effective method for designing polymer films with specific combinations of stiffness, strength, and flexibility, potentially transforming industries like aerospace, flexible electronics, and micro-display technologies.