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Banana science! Using ‘Nano Banana’ (or any image gen) to make visuals your aunt can understand
Imagine explaining your research with visuals so clear that even your aunt nods in understanding. In our latest blog, we explore Google’s trending “Nano Banana” image generator, showing how snack-sized AI visuals can make complex science fun, shareable, and accurate (well… mostly).

Fanie van Rooyen
Sep 177 min read


Eternally on the funding-hunt? You can use AI for that!
Sick of the funding scramble? With the right prompt, AI can be your tireless grant scout, finding open calls you’d miss and saving you hours of frantic searching.

Fanie van Rooyen
Sep 26 min read


Meet your (free) new lab partner: Nonprofit ‘AI scientist’ gets to work
AI is no longer just helping you write papers - it’s learning how to do science. Backed by Eric Schmidt, nonprofit FutureHouse has launched a free suite of AI agents (Crow, Falcon, Owl and Phoenix) built to automate scientific discovery, from literature reviews to chemistry planning. In this article, we explore how FutureHouse stacks up against ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Grok, run a hands-on mini-experiment, and spotlight other emerging ‘AI scientist’ projects.

Fanie van Rooyen
Aug 189 min read


How to Make Scientific Writing Less Painful (With a Little Help From AI)
Writing your research paper doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth.
In this article, we explore how AI tools can make scientific writing less painful, helping you get started, stay organised, and polish your draft without losing your voice. Think of it as having a tireless writing assistant by your side (minus the judgment).

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Aug 57 min read


20 AI Tools for Research: A No-Nonsense Guide (Gordon Ramsay Parody)
Right, listen up! If you’re still drowning in PDFs and wrestling citations like a headless chicken, you need these AI tools NOW.

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Feb 137 min read


Can I Use ChatGPT to Write My Research Paper? A Quick Guide
Before using ChatGPT for your research paper, check out this quick guide on what’s allowed and what’s off-limits in academic publishing.

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Nov 5, 20243 min read


10 Lessons You’ll Learn from Sitting in Our "AI for Researchers" Training
Join our Ethical AI workshop to turn AI into a trusted co-pilot for your research and science communication.

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Top Pitfalls to Watch Out for When Using AI as a Researcher
AI is transforming the world of research, but it’s not without its risks.

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Oct 8, 20244 min read


Will AI replace scientific illustrators? Lessons from the Endowed Rat
Generative AI is shaking up many fields, but can it replace scientific illustrators?

Dr. Tullio Rossi
Sep 10, 20244 min read


How does ChatGPT affect the future of scientific writing - perspectives from a lawyer
Imagine being able to generate your research paper in the time it takes to brew your morning coffee. ☕️ Preposterous, right? Well, thanks...

Dr. Khatora Opperman
Nov 1, 20238 min read


How to use ChatGPT: Opportunities and Risks for Researchers
Discover the potential of Chat GPT in research. Explore how this cutting-edge technology can revolutionise scientific writing processes.

Dr. Khatora Opperman
Feb 15, 20239 min read
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