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Augmentation not abdication, when using AI in research

The authors propose norms for AI use in research, distinguishing between non-generative tasks and generative AI, which should not replace human interpretation and judgement. Science requires diversity of inputs and ideas, and serendipity counts, making generative AI training on existing data limiting breakthroughs.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateSep 8, 2026

New Themed Issue calls for urgent shift away from “Leaky Pipeline” metaphor as studies reveal systemic exclusion of women in Archaeology

The 'leaky pipeline' metaphor oversimplifies the systemic barriers faced by women and marginalized scholars in archaeology. New research highlights multiple forms of inequity that diminish productivity, limit collaborations, and reduce future generations of archaeologists.

SourceCambridge University Press·JournalAdvances in Archaeological Practice·DateMar 19, 2026

Scholars propose transparency, credit and accountability as key principles in scientific authorship guidelines

A working group of scholars and experts proposes three principles - transparency, credit, and accountability - to form the foundation for responsible authorship. The principles aim to address issues of gift, ghost, and coercive authorship and promote a culture of transparency and accountability in scientific research.

SourcePLOS·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 11, 2026

Scholars focus on credit, accountability, and transparency in scientific authorship guidelines

A multidisciplinary team proposes three principles for responsible authorship: transparency, credit, and accountability. The guidelines aim to address issues like gift or honorific authorship, ghost authorship, and coercive authorship, and promote a culture of trustworthiness in science.

SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 11, 2026

Women authors underrepresented among retracted medical papers

A study published in PLOS One found that women authors comprise just 16.5% of first authors in a dataset of 878 retracted medical papers, despite accounting for at least 41% of first authors across biomedical publications. Women were also underrepresented among last authors and had fewer multiple retractions.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS One·TypeObservational study·DateNov 19, 2025

Improving scientific research papers: Aston University researcher outlines top ten pitfalls and how to avoid them

Top ten errors identified by Dr Dan Green include incorrect causal language, poorly formatted abstracts, and statistical analysis sections with inaccurate or incomplete details. The article provides recommendations for researchers to avoid these common mistakes and advance a transparent and reproducible research world.

SourceAston University·JournalHeart·TypeObservational study·DateJun 24, 2025

Unmasking the voices of experience in healthcare studies

Researchers at Flinders University advocate for a formal process to acknowledge the valuable contributions of those with lived experience in healthcare research. The study highlights the importance of recognizing their value and increasing visibility, with over 70% of contributors wanting public recognition.

SourceFlinders University·JournalPatient Education and Counseling·TypeSurvey·DateNov 25, 2024

New tool detects fake, AI-produced scientific articles

A machine-learning algorithm called xFakeSci has been developed to detect AI-generated scientific articles, with a success rate of nearly 94%. The tool analyzes word patterns and bigrams to distinguish between real and fake papers, highlighting the need for comprehensive detection methods as AIs become increasingly sophisticated.

SourceBinghamton University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 3, 2024

Gender disparities limit chances for women PhD students training to be new inventors

Female STEM doctoral students are less likely to become new inventors compared to their male counterparts during PhD training. Faculty advisors play a critical role in training new inventors, with top inventor faculty members increasing the probability of filing the first patent by 23%. The research highlights a 'leaky pipeline' of fem...

SourceMIT Sloan School of Management·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 28, 2023

Analysis by NYUAD researchers offers new insights into causes of persistent inequities affecting non-white scientists and their research

A team of NYU Abu Dhabi researchers analyzed 1 million papers to reveal disparities in editorial boards, review times, and citation rates for non-white scientists. Non-white editors are underrepresented, with Black researchers facing the longest review times and lowest citation rates.

SourceNew York University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 21, 2023

Women in science receive less credit for their contributions

A study using administrative data from universities found that women are 13% less likely to be named as authors in scientific articles compared to men, and 59% less likely to receive patent credits for their work. Women also reported being excluded from authorship more often than men and facing biases and discrimination.

SourceOhio State University·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 22, 2022

As the volume of social sciences journal articles increases, academic book publication is slowing

A study by Academic Analytics Research Center found a significant increase in journal article publications (64%) and decrease in book publications (34-54%) across 12 Social Sciences disciplines from 2010 to 2020. This shift may impact library acquisitions strategies and affect humanities-related fields.

SourceAcademic Analytics Research Center (AARC)·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 3, 2022

World-leading pharma collaborates call for plain language summaries of peer-reviewed medical journal articles

Pharmaceutical companies in the Open Pharma collaboration recommend developing plain language summaries of peer-reviewed medical research articles. The summaries should be understandable, unbiased, non-promotional, and easily accessible. This move aims to make medical publishing more open and inclusive for all audiences.

SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalCurrent Medical Research and Opinion·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 12, 2021

Lack of diversity in science

A study of 1051 top-authors found women and the Global South are starkly underrepresented, with only 11% female authors and 25% from the Global South. The research highlights a need to promote scientific diversity and inclusion in leadership recruitment and career development.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalConservation Letters·DateMar 2, 2021

Africans have authored just 3% of COVID-19 research

Despite Africa being home to 17% of the world's population, African authors account for only 3% of COVID-19 research papers. Analysis of top medical journals reveals a significant underrepresentation of African authors and perspectives in global health literature.

SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ Global Health·DateMar 1, 2021

Molière most likely did write his own plays

Researchers from CNRS disprove theory that Corneille wrote Molière's plays using authorship attribution techniques. Their study finds significant differences in writing habits and speech mannerism between Molière and other authors of the time.

SourceCNRS·JournalScience Advances·DateNov 27, 2019

Blind signatures using offline repositories

Researchers have developed a new method for secure data transmission utilizing offline repositories and quantum information to overcome quantum computing threats. The approach provides robust authentication and authorship uniqueness, paving the way for potential applications in untraceable transactions.

SourceWorld Scientific·JournalInternational Journal of Quantum Information·DateMay 13, 2015

Is peer-review systemically misogynist?

A study analyzing 5.4 million peer-reviewed articles found that women are significantly under-represented in authorship and citations, with men dominating fields like engineering and computer science. Regional and disciplinary differences were also observed, highlighting the need to address gender disparities in science research.

SourceUniversity of Montreal·JournalNature·DateDec 11, 2013