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Scientist warns AI-driven focus on research 'ends' devalues the 'means'

An organic computer scientist and self-proclaimed Luddite named Anthony argues that an overemphasis on the ends of scientific research, such as producing knowledge or securing funding, can lead to viewing the means—like writing and the research process itself—as mere chores. He expresses concern that this perspective, amplified by the use of AI, could foster a cycle where AI generates research and documentation, which is then fed back into AI systems, potentially leading to a disconnect from the actual scientific process and its inherent value. AI

IMPACT Raises concerns about AI potentially devaluing the research process by focusing solely on output rather than the means of discovery.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from an individual expressing concerns about AI's impact on scientific research methodology.

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Scientist warns AI-driven focus on research 'ends' devalues the 'means'

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Re: https://infosec.exchange/users/lcamtuf/statuses/116901998490591428 I don't find it surprising that people send LLM-generated docs, publish LLM-generated blo

    Re: https://infosec.exchange/users/lcamtuf/statuses/116901998490591428 I don't find it surprising that people send LLM-generated docs, publish LLM-generated blog posts, etc. Writing is a chore and there's this big button labeled "get it done". Writing can be many things, but a ch…