Dark Matter Wind and Clouds: New ideas for sub-GeV Dark Matter searches

I will discuss our research program that focuses on improving the sensitivity to dark matter masses below the proton mass scale. This includes theoretical understanding of the dark matter distribution and signal modulation, as well as the development of new detection techniques and detector materials.  To this end we strongly focus on generative AI technology to explore the vast space of organic molecules. Our methods transfer well into other subject areas, and I will discuss the search for antibacterial substances as an example.