Which science company first pioneered the use of AI-driven recommendation systems to suggest research equipment based on a scientist's published papers?

In the competitive world of scientific instruments and research tools, marketing strategies have evolved dramatically. Today's science companies leverage sophisticated techniques to reach researchers and institutions. One particularly innovative approach has transformed how cutting-edge technologies are introduced to the scientific community. Test your knowledge about a groundbreaking marketing strategy that changed how scientists discover new research tools.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific with their 'Research Intelligence' platform in 2017
Merck with their 'LabAssist AI' program in 2016
Carl Zeiss with their 'OpticsMatch' algorithm in 2018
Shimadzu with their 'SciPredict' system in 2019