Scientific funders invest $126 million in AI to advance global science synthesis

5 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Apr 28

A group of leading scientific funders has committed $126 million to develop AI-powered systems that synthesize and disseminate scientific research worldwide.
These investments aim to make rigorous scientific evidence more accessible for governments, policymakers, and citizens, supporting evidence-based decision-making across health, education, and policy sectors.
The initiative comes amid rising misinformation and skepticism toward science, highlighting efforts to strengthen public trust and critical thinking by integrating research-backed evidence into daily life and institutional practices.

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As AI automates science, what happens to the essential human skill of critical thinking?

How can we ensure scientific advice for policy remains transparent and independent from political influence?

Beyond medicine, which industry will be most transformed by the evidence-based revolution next?

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