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With 90% of novel drug candidates never reaching the clinic, the need for new and effective therapeutics has never been more pressing. This month’s feature article discusses how rapid developments in AI and automation platforms provide new tools for probing the complexities of biology and accelerating drug development.

This month, we’re confronting the growing popularity of ChatGPT and its potential impact on the foundations of science, asking – is it really the end of the world as we know it?

In this issue, we embark on an investigative journey into the world of “predatory conferences”, and discuss how DNA sequencing can uncover the impact of colonialism and oppression on Native populations. This, and much more, in issue 22 of The Scientific Observer.

In this jam-packed issue of The Scientific Observer, we’re gifting you a deep dive into the past, present and future of science.

This month, The Scientific Observer features a conversation with structural biologist-turned-molecular artist Professor David Goodsell. We also confront recent controversy within the scientific community in our op-ed section, ask #SciTwitter where it's migrating to and celebrate International Day of LGBTQIA+ People in STEM 2022.

Issue 19 of The Scientific Observer, we ask: why are humans so obsessed with aging? Can we make anti-cancer drugs using microbes? How is LSD being tested to treat anxiety? And much more!

In issue 18, we’re explore critical challenges faced by our society and planet, including the emerging crisis of “forever“ chemicals, the psychedelics renaissance and the impact of bias in molecular biology research.

In this issue of The Scientific Observer, we explore the impact of research fraud on the Alzheimer’s disease research field, how we can look to protect our immunity rather than “boost” it and much more.

In issue 14 of The Scientific Observer, we dive into why the ocean is a treasure trove for novel drug compounds, ask how bioplatforms are supporting the mRNA "revolution" and explore everything you need to know about vitamin D.

In issue 13 of The Scientific Observer, we venture into a ketamine clinic to explore the frontiers of psychedelic therapy, investigate where a food's taste comes from and explore the need for a vaccine for a deadly, disfiguring virus.