Will ChatGPT transform research? It already has, say Nobelists
Nobel-winning scientists are now using large language models, but experts say their impact on research is only just starting. Read more
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Scholarship policies are preserving barriers to low-income participation
Universities and colleges should not cut their own financial support if a student receives an external scholarship Read more
New journal on health ‘disinformation’ will stifle alternative opinions, researchers warn
A recently launched medical journal that aims to curb and counter health and medical misinformation may actually stifle valid research and alternative methodologies, warn some scholars concerned about the new publication. Read more
UK expected to re-join Horizon science scheme
The UK is expected to re-join the EU's flagship research scheme, Horizon, with an announcement likely on Thursday. Read more
San Diego State University subjects cancer biologist applicants to DEI litmus test
San Diego State University (SDSU) is subjecting applicants for a professor of cancer biology job to several diversity requirements. Read more
Bank Card lets consumers fund research projects
'Science Card' will allow users to contribute towards a range of scientific research projects through their daily spending. Read more
Taxpayer-funded ‘inclusive science’ fellowship excludes white faculty
White faculty are excluded from a National Science Foundation-funded “inclusive science” fellowship, in what one legal group calls a “blatant violation” of federal law. Read more
There’s far more scientific fraud than anyone wants to admit
Despite recent scandals of research misconduct and error, the academic world still seems determined to look the other way Read more
US universities ‘short-changed’ by industry on research
Companies consistently don’t pay full value for medical discoveries in what Bentley study calls a ‘systematic problem’ Read more
Publishers seek protection from AI mining of academic research
Publishers of big journals ramp up efforts to ensure more transparency over what material has been fed into the likes of ChatGPT Read more
