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Artificial intelligence and illusions of understanding in scientific research
Abstract Scientists are enthusiastically imagining ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) tools might improve research. Why are AI tools so attractive and what are the risks of implementing them across the research pipeline? Here we develop a taxonomy of scientists’ visions for AI, observing that their appeal comes from promises to improve productivity and objectivity…
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Oldest stone tools in Europe hint at ancient humans’ route there
A stone tool from the archaeological site of Korolevo in western Ukraine.Credit: Roman Garba Stone tools found in western Ukraine date to roughly 1.4 million years ago1, archaeologists say. That means the tools are the oldest known artefacts in Europe made by ancient humans and offer insight into how and when our early relatives first…
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Why scientists trust AI too much — and what to do about it
AI-run labs have arrived — such as this one in Suzhou, China.Credit: Qilai Shen/Bloomberg/Getty Scientists of all stripes are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) — from developing ‘self-driving’ laboratories, in which robots and algorithms work together to devise and conduct experiments, to replacing human participants in social-science experiments with bots1. Many downsides of AI systems have…
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Comparing the ambition of EU companies with science-based targets to EU regulation-imposed reductions
Abstract Companies can support governments in bridging the emissions gap between current policies and the Paris goals by adhering to voluntary greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets that align with or surpass those implied by domestic policies. To this end, we assessed the potential impact of EU companies that set targets through the Science Based…
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New evidence for prehistoric ploughing in Europe
Abstract For the past four decades, the ‘Secondary Products Revolution’ model, i.e., the exploitation of animal resources that do not involve killing the animal, such as the production of milk and wool and the use of animals for physical labour has been the object of heated discussion between Neolithic scholars. According to this model, the…
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Girls & Science Kick-Off at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
CBS See photos from the 2024 Girls & Science Kick-Off at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Girls & Science Kick-Off at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science CBS See photos from the 2024 Girls & Science Kick-Off at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Girls & Science Kick-Off at the Denver…
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Registration open for Science North summer camps
Registration for Science North Summer Science Camps is now open in Timmins and areas across Northern Ontario, the organization said in a release. The camps are open to children ages four to 14. “Through engaging activities and workshops Science North’s camps spark natural curiosity while inspiring a love for science. From nature-themed camps to animal…
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AI might help science break out of narrow funding focus
Credit: J Studios/Getty Images Conference on use of AI in research management hears that if used carefully, the technology could mitigate current biases 5 March 2024 Simon Baker J Studios/Getty Images Using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in research funding could allow science to break out of a cycle where only a narrow pool of researchers…
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Dr Catherine Kidman: Walking the line between art, science and nature
Dr Catherine Kidman is part of the team behind the innovative viticulture practices at Wynns Coonawarra Estate. As a Technical Viticulturist and esteemed researcher, Catherine has dedicated her career to unravelling the secrets of Cabernet Sauvignon and shaping the future of grape cultivation in Australia. Since joining Wynns in 2011, Catherine has been at the…
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Science & Nature Conference planned May 7 in Marshall
MARSHALL — The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative will host its 30th annual Science and Nature Conference May 7, at Southwest Minnesota State University, Marshall. The event is open to students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and provides an opportunity for kids to nurture their inner scientist. The Science and Nature Conference provides inspiration for…
