Research Results Are Cultural Artifacts, Not Public Goods
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The article argues that research results are often treated as public goods when they are actually cultural artifacts with inherent biases and limitations, sparking discussion on the accessibility and interpretation of research.
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That argument doesn't make any sense.
AI companies are not trying to "replicate".
Measuring research against your ability to just "replicate" a business also makes no sense.