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Apr 23, 2024
Scholarly Kitchen Spotlight Dr Dror Kolodkin Gal on Shaping the Future of Image Integrity with Proofig AI
As concerns over research integrity grow, AI-powered tools are becoming essential for detecting image manipulation and duplication in scientific publications. Many errors stem from unintentional mistakes, but fraudulent practices, such as paper mills, further threaten trust in scientific literature. Automated solutions like Proofig AI help researchers, institutions, and publishers identify issues early, preventing costly retractions and strengthening the credibility of scientific findings.
Apr 16, 2024
Ensuring Image Integrity When Reviewing Western Blots
Western blot images are a common source of integrity issues in scientific publishing, often due to unintentional errors or deliberate manipulation. The high volume of submissions makes manual verification challenging, increasing the risk of problematic figures entering the literature. AI-powered tools like Proofig AI streamline pre-publication image checks, allowing editors and publishers to identify concerns efficiently.
Mar 27, 2024
Broad Institute and Boston Children’s Provide Research Integrity Tools Following Longwood Data Manipulation Allegations
In response to research misconduct concerns, the Broad Institute and Boston Children’s Hospital are providing researchers with AI tools like Proofig and Imagetwin to detect image manipulation and plagiarism.
Feb 1, 2024
Proofig AI: An AI tool to ensure image integrity in scientific publications
Proofig AI is an advanced tool designed to detect image duplications and manipulations in scientific research, helping to prevent errors and misconduct. By automating image integrity checks, Proofig AI supports researchers, publishers, and institutions in maintaining credibility, reducing the risk of retractions, and improving the quality of published studies.
Jan 22, 2024
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Image Integrity in Scientific Publishing
With up to 35% of manuscripts flagged for image issues, AI-powered image analysis is proving to be a vital ally for researchers, editors, and publishers. Proofig’s advanced image integrity software is leading the way in safeguarding research accuracy and maintaining trust in the scientific process.
Jan 22, 2024
Image integrity best practice: the problem with altering western blots
Western blot images are a major source of integrity issues in scientific research, often leading to retractions. This article explores best practices for handling western blots, the risks of improper alterations, and how AI tools like Proofig AI can help researchers ensure accuracy before submission.