Unlocking science: building AI researchers can trust
The article discusses the growing pressure on UK researchers to boost productivity and maintain the country's global standing in research and development. While AI is seen as a potential solution, many researchers distrust generic AI tools, highlighting a gap between adoption and governance. The author emphasizes the need for trustworthy, well-designed AI tools tailored to the research community.
- ▪UK researchers face increasing pressure to improve productivity and research impact.
- ▪Only 33% of researchers expect funding to increase in the next few years.
- ▪Over half of researchers use AI tools, but only 20% trust generic AI tools.
- ▪The UK government's AI for Science strategy aims to transform scientific productivity using AI.
- ▪Globally, just 45% of researchers report having enough time for research.
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Pro Unlocking science: building AI researchers can trust Opinion By Maxim Khan published 1 May 2026 What does ‘the right AI tool’ for researchers look like? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Productivity is a pressing problem for many governments, and the UK is no exception.That pressure is trickling down to British researchers as the driving force propelling the UK towards the top of international R&D rankings, based on the quality and impact of their research.International competition is…
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