Looking for Hidden Gems in Scientific Literature
Elicit examines literature-based discovery, the practice of finding overlooked connections and recoverable knowledge in obscure or neglected research papers. It discusses barriers to discovery and examples such as Don Swanson’s work connecting magnesium deficiency research with migraine.
My note
One overlooked potential outcome of AI growth is uncovering gems from centuries of research buried in libraries and connecting them to modern science. Remember, Mendel (a.k.a. the Father of Modern Genetics) published his findings in 1866, only to be ‘rediscovered’ in 1900 (34 years later).