John Silvestro, a faculty member at Slippery Rock University, has published research in the Composition Studies journal analyzing the risks and potential of using generative AI in educational settings. His work emphasizes the importance of viewing AI as a memory device that can support learning and critical thinking, while also highlighting the need for caution and fact-checking when using AI tools.
Stanford University's AI Hub for Education Research Repository expanded significantly in January by adding 204 new studies, bringing the total to 1,027 papers, reflecting a growing interest in generative AI research in preK–12 education. The update, part of the SCALE initiative, includes research on diverse topics such as gender equity in AI feedback and early childhood perceptions of AI, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and source verification in interpreting these findings.
University of Cologne professor Marcel Bucher lost two years of academic work after disabling ChatGPT's "data consent" option, resulting in the disappearance of his chats without warning. This incident highlights the risks of relying heavily on AI tools for important work, as well as the broader controversy surrounding the use of generative AI in scientific research.
Florida's Summer Institute in Biostatistics and Data Science Program (SIBDS) offers undergraduate students and recent graduates an opportunity to explore the impact of data on public health issues, such as COVID-19 and clinical trials, at FAU's Boca Raton campus. Applications are open until March 13, 2026, with interviews for the top 60 candidates beginning in late January 2026, and final offers expected by mid-April 2026.
Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business has been recognized by U. S.
Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, operates under the brand EMD in the US and Canada and organizes the Innovation Cup, a professional development event for students in life sciences, computer science, and business administration. The program offers networking opportunities, team-based innovation challenges, and significant cash prizes, with travel and accommodation expenses covered, and aims to foster new talent and ideas in the pharmaceutical industry.
The National Institute of Education at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and Amazon Web Services have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding to foster educational innovation and research in educational technology. This partnership includes the establishment of the Technology for Education Centre, which will serve as a hub for developing AI-driven educational tools and enhancing digital competencies among educators and students in Singapore.
AMLD Africa 2026 emphasizes the importance of Africa-led AI and machine learning education, research, and innovation, highlighting the continent's unique collaborative approach across various countries and cultures. The conference, held at Wits University, focused on pressing AI and ML issues, connecting academia, industry, and policy to empower communities, promote entrepreneurship, and address Africa's unique challenges through inclusive access to AI knowledge and tools.
The digital transformation in the EdTech market is experiencing significant growth, projected to expand from $6. 73 billion in 2024 to $20.
