Aug 27, 2026 Announcements Expanding our support for scientists

THE NEWS

What happened

Anthropic is significantly expanding its support for the global scientific community by launching a new 'Claude team plan' offering 10,000 free seats and discounted premium access to researchers. The company is also broadening its AI for Science program beyond biology to include compute-heavy fields like mathematics and physics, while introducing safety measures for life sciences models in partnership with US government entities.

CONTEXT

Why it matters

Anthropic is doubling down on its commitment to the research community with major updates today. Starting immediately, they are opening 10,000 free seats globally through a new Claude team plan specifically for scientists. Standard access is free, while premium tiers offering 5x usage limits cost just $15/month. The scope of their AI for Science program is also widening. Previously focused heavily on biology, they are now offering credits to researchers in compute-heavy fields like mathematics and physics, citing progress on complex problems like the Riemann zeta function. Crucially, Anthropic is addressing safety concerns in life sciences. While Claude Fable models remain blocked for drug development due to dual-use risks, they are working with the US government to create a special access program for life sciences professionals to utilize their more powerful Mythos-class models. Additionally, a research preview of the Model Hardware Standard (MHS) is launching to help AI agents safely operate physical devices in labs. This initiative aims to radically accelerate scientific discovery by providing better tools and resources to the global research community.

AT A GLANCE

Key facts

• Anthropic launches a new Claude team plan providing 10,000 free seats for scientists globally.
• Premium seats within the new plan offer 5x usage limits at $15 per month.
• The AI for Science program expands credits to researchers in non-biological fields such as mathematics and physics.
• Researchers must be Principal Investigators or equivalent at academic/nonprofit institutions to qualify.
• Claude Fable models remain blocked for professional biology and drug development due to dual-use risks.
• Anthropic is partnering with the US government to establish an access program for life sciences professionals to use Mythos-class models.
• A research preview of the Model Hardware Standard (MHS) is opening to scientific labs and manufacturers.
• A $5 million grant program is launched to fund independent research on AI's impact on user wellbeing.