Microsoft Discovery is a next-generation agentic AI platform built to accelerate innovation across scientific and engineering disciplines. Designed for domains like biology, chemistry, physics, and semiconductors, Discovery empowers researchers and engineers to collaborate with intelligent agents throughout the R&D lifecycle—from hypothesis generation and simulation to validation and optimization. Powered by GraphRAG and Azure AI Foundry, it integrates HPC, quantum, and curated knowledge to deliver faster, more accurate outcomes in scientific discovery and materials innovation.
Discovery also transforms deep engineering workflows, including multiphysics systems and chip design, by orchestrating multi-agent systems that automate tooling and design processes. Whether you're discovering new drugs and materials or building next-generation semiconductors, Discovery demonstrates how AI infrastructure can empower scientists and engineers to innovate faster, smarter, and at scale.
Prashant Varshney
Prashant Varshney is a product executive, entrepreneur, and Stanford alumnus with over 25 years of experience driving innovation across AI, scientific computing, and platform infrastructure. At Microsoft, Prashant leads Product Management for the Microsoft Discovery and Quantum team, where he has pioneered agentic AI platforms and core infrastructure solutions that accelerate scientific research and engineering innovation.
His work has positioned Azure as the platform of choice for engineering-heavy sectors, fueling rapid adoption and revenue growth in semiconductors and government programs like the CHIPS Act. Prior to Microsoft, Prashant led global product lines at Siemens EDA and founded multiple startups, delivering patented technologies in smart power, chip design, and cloud infrastructure. He specializes in translating deep customer insights into bold product visions and scalable systems that create real-world impact.