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Modern Mom Playbook's avatar

This was so interesting to read. I am nine years post my PhD currently.

I agree with your reasoning. AI models can process information and generate text well, but they fall short of PhD-level research because they lack true reasoning, self-reflection, and the ability to build and update a deep understanding over time. They don’t form their own research questions, adapt to new knowledge, or work effectively in areas with little existing data.

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Susannah Petitt's avatar

This was so fun to read. Even asking an LLM to give you a lit review produces an intern level of research. It doesn't actually make research easier, like a good graduate RA would do

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