One last thing Toner-Rodgers found about the lab’s AI tool: The scientists didn’t like it all that much, with 82% reporting reduced satisfaction with their work

One last thing Toner-Rodgers found about the lab’s AI tool: The scientists didn’t like it all that much, with 82% reporting reduced satisfaction with their work. While many AI optimists believe the technology will reduce the number of tedious tasks people have to perform, the scientists felt that it took away the part of their jobs—dreaming up new compounds—they enjoyed most. One scientist remarked, “I couldn’t help feeling that much of my education is now worthless.” “A key, creative part of the process was automated,” said Toner-Rodgers. “People just might be unhappy with that permanently.”