# AI agents uncover decades-old errors in scientific literature

Researchers are using AI agents to systematically scan published scientific papers, identifying errors that have gone unnoticed for decades. These findings highlight the potential of automated tools to improve research integrity and correct the scientific record.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Science
- [Nature](https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-02235-8) — 2026-08-06