Hill Research has been named an awardee of Johnson & Johnson’s Data & AI Fueling R&D of Tomorrow QuickFire Challenge: Singapore & Beyond. Announced July 22, 2026, the award brings Hill Research grant funding and mentorship from Johnson & Johnson, along with a virtual membership in JLABS Singapore. 

Johnson & Johnson Innovation published the full list of awardees. 

What the Data & AI QuickFire Challenge Supports 

The challenge sought AI and machine learning innovations that could transform drug discovery and development, according to a challenge overview. Awards came from a total pool of up to $400,000, and priority areas included generative AI and agentic frameworks that extract insights from large datasets and improve R&D productivity. Applicants needed to show interest in Singapore’s innovation ecosystem. The amount awarded to Hill Research was not disclosed. 

How Hill Research Fits 

Hill Research builds agentic AI for clinical trial biostatistics. Its TriClick™ platform automates statistical programming and regulatory submission work, turning clinical trial data into regulatory-ready datasets, tables, figures, and listings with audit traceability. The JLABS Singapore membership connects the Princeton company to Johnson & Johnson’s innovation network as it continues developing the platform. 

About Hill Research 

Princeton, New Jersey-based Hill Research is an AI-powered clinical research company and a Jetstream Venture Fund portfolio company. It maintains human oversight across its AI workflows for compliance and quality. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is a Johnson & Johnson QuickFire Challenge? 

A QuickFire Challenge is a Johnson & Johnson Innovation competition that awards grant funding and mentorship to innovators addressing specific health and R&D challenges. The 2026 Data & AI challenge focused on AI and machine learning for drug discovery and development, with ties to Singapore. 

What did Hill Research receive as a QuickFire Challenge awardee? 

Hill Research received grant funding and mentorship from Johnson & Johnson, plus a JLABS Singapore virtual membership, as an awardee of the Data & AI Fueling R&D of Tomorrow QuickFire Challenge: Singapore & Beyond. The award amount was not disclosed. 

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