New AI Tool Rates Preprints by Science, Not Reputation

QED Science has launched a new tool that scrutinizes research papers before they hit journals. The service, called “The 1%”, identifies the top 574 life‑science preprints out of more than 57,000 posted on bioRxiv last year.

• Blind Evaluation
  By stripping author names, institutions, and journal titles, the AI assesses each manuscript solely on its claims and evidence.

• QED Score
  A core metric designed to judge originality and validity without bias. Experts note that while the score often aligns with journal rank, it also highlights high‑quality papers destined for lower‑tier outlets—12.9% of the best papers ended up in less prestigious journals.

• Speed and Reach
  The tool is already used by over 10,000 labs across 1,500 institutions in more than 70 countries. AI assessments take minutes—far shorter than typical peer‑review timelines.

• Impact on Funding
  Smaller funders appear more frequently in the top 1%. For instance, a niche foundation achieved a 28% success rate in the top tier versus only 2% for a major national institute.

• Philosophy
  Co‑founder emphasizes that science should be judged on its merits, not on where it’s published: “Blind evaluation builds a stronger foundation for science.”

Curious readers can explore the system and view the full list of top preprints on QED Science’s website.