The Impact of Digitalisation on Science: Workflows, Outputs, and Trust

This DiTraRe Tandem Talk by FIZ Karlsruhe and ITAS at EScienceTage 2025 explores the transformative impact of digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) on scientific workflows and public trust in research. Introducing the Leibniz Science Campus project DiTraRe, the talk focuses on two key dimensions—Reflection & Resonance and Tools & Processes—and examines a practical use case, Smart Labs, through the Chemotion Electronic Lab Notebook. Highlighting how structured digital workflows improve reproducibility, data transparency, and FAIR data management, the presentation discusses AI's roles as a computational microscope, source of inspiration, and potential autonomous agent of understanding. It also addresses challenges around research integrity, AI explainability, and regulatory complexities. Attendees are invited to engage further via the symposium, social media, and the project's website https://ditrare.de.