Google today introduced “AI co-scientist,” an innovative AI system built on Gemini 2.0 that helps researchers generate hypotheses and develop research plans.
Why it matters
The tool could significantly speed up scientific discoveries by streamlining literature reviews and suggesting experimental approaches.
How it works
The AI co-scientist accepts natural language inputs from researchers, then:
- Proposes testable hypotheses based on research goals
- Summarizes relevant published literature
- Suggests experimental approaches for testing hypotheses
Between the lines
Google emphasizes the system is meant to assist experts, not replace them. It serves as a collaborative tool to help scientists refine their work.
What’s next
The tool is currently available only to scientists in Google’s Trusted Tester Program as the company gathers feedback before a potential wider release.