Sibel Erduran

Jan 2, 2025 | science.org | Sibel Erduran

Science2 Jan 2025Vol 387, Issue 6729Almost 40 years ago, the American astronomer, planetary scientist, and science communicator, Carl Sagan, reflected on the role of mass media in science communication. “How much science and technology do you see in the mass media? Every newspaper has a daily astrology column. How many have even a weekly science column?” he asked, lamenting the limited science coverage in newspapers.

Aug 29, 2024 | science.org | Sara Martin |Melody Di Bona |Michael P. Fatt |Sibel Erduran

Abstract“Deepfakes” refers to the use of digital technology, particularly artificial intelligence, to fabricate media—typically videos but also images and audio—that appear to be real. For example, a person's face can be superimposed onto another’s body, creating a realistic image that can be difficult to distinguish from an image of the real person. Deepfakes have the potential to create misleading and harmful content, posing major challenges for science and society. What are these challenges?

May 16, 2024 | universityworldnews.com | Sibel Erduran

GLOBAL In many physical and natural sciences journals, it is now commonplace to see articles that illustrate the uptake of artificial intelligence in science. Consider, for example, a recent article published in Nature about the marvels of an AI tool in predicting biomolecular interactions. AI is now used in a variety of ways in different fields of science, from making discoveries in astronomy and modelling and predicting medicinal drugs to conservation of wildlife.

Apr 25, 2024 | science.org | Daniel Dodd |Kseniia Dudnyk |Dana A Opulente |Sibel Erduran

As a seven-year-old child, I experienced war in Cyprus. Armed conflict has not been far from my conscience ever since. At a time when there are active conflicts in many parts of the world, war is unlikely to be far from many children’s minds globally today. Can a “war” theme be included in science lessons and play a role in helping young children develop into socially responsible scientists and peaceful citizens?

Feb 10, 2024 | universityworldnews.com | Sibel Erduran

GLOBAL The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution in education has arrived. Not a day goes by now when AI is not mentioned in relation to how it may be integrated in teaching and learning across the education sector, including in higher education. Like many technological innovations, the excitement is building up about how AI tools might help enhance education. Universities are developing specialised courses to enhance students’ knowledge about AI and its integration in professional settings.