Technology · 29 January 2026
OpenAI Launches Prism, a Free AI Workspace for Scientists
OpenAI has introduced Prism, a free web-based workspace designed to assist scientists with research and writing. Powered by the new GPT-5.2 model, this LaTeX-native tool helps researchers draft papers, manage citations, assess claims, and create diagrams. VP Kevin Weil compares Prism to coding assistants like Cursor, predicting 2026 will be a pivotal year for AI in science. The platform aims to streamline workflows for the millions of users already asking ChatGPT complex scientific questions.
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