AI, Open Access, and COVID-19 Research

This chapter investigates the duality of AI applications, from lighthearted face filters to serious discussions on open access to COVID-19 research. It emphasizes the importance of data sharing and the challenges of balancing privacy concerns while advancing scientific collaboration. A case study on the Nextstrain project illustrates the benefits of open data in understanding COVID-19, amid the rapid proliferation of research and the necessity for careful validation.