My life & career
AI is becoming part of how discoveries are pursued, though more papers do not automatically mean better science.
THE YOTTABIT SCALE INDEX / Automated scientific discovery
80,150
Tens of thousands of science papers now involve AI.
The 2026 AI Index reports about 80,150 AI-supported publications in natural sciences during 2025.
2025 · Stanford AI Index 2026
THE YOTTABIT PERSPECTIVE
What does it mean to me?
Big change is fascinating. Its implications are what matter.
My business
Research-intensive teams may need new data, validation and experimental capabilities.
My industry
Pharmaceutical, environmental and materials researchers face opportunities to integrate AI into responsible scientific workflows.
FROM JIM CARROLL’S WORK
Jim’s scientific-acceleration thesis focuses on shrinking the gap between asking questions and producing validated answers.
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In your field, which research step causes the longest delay—and could better tools reduce it without sacrificing validation?
THE EVIDENCE BEHIND THE STORY + METHODOLOGY & SOURCES
What the number really measures
AI-supported science publications, expressed as papers / year.
The research foundation records: About 80,150 in natural sciences 2025 per AI Index 2026.
Where the claim has limits
Definition and field classification may change
Comparisons and historical rates must be independently checked against definitions and original measurements before an audited chart is published.