A Space for Pioneering Scientific Ideas
Between rigorous science and science fiction
wAIld Science designates pioneering scientific work that stands between strictly academic science and science fiction. A space for independent researchers exploring bold hypotheses without institutional backing.
Note: wAIld Science is a framework for independent scientific research with AI support. Not affiliated with WILD! Science educational products.
What is wAIld Science?
The ZOO Metaphor
A zoological or botanical garden for diverse, self-crafted, previously unseen species of knowledge that most people cannot imagine how they function or what they're for.
Why It Emerged
AI tools enable individuals to realize projects that previously required multi-member teams. Publishing platforms (Figshare, Zenodo, arXiv) provide DOIs without institutional affiliation.
Who Is It For?
For researchers with original concepts whose articles receive ambivalent reviews: "inspiring, interdisciplinarily stimulating" versus "too speculative for publication".
Position in the Spectrum of Knowledge
| Traditional Science | wAIld Science | Science Fiction |
|---|---|---|
| rigorous | exploratory | narrative, imagination |
| team work | solo work | â |
Criteria and Principles
Work falls under wAIld Science if it meets:
Individual Authorship
Independent research by an individual, not team projects
Scientifically Grounded, Yet Speculative
- Uses scientific concepts and language correctly
- Clear structure, citations of relevant sources
- Without formal validation / successful peer review
Pioneering Ideas Outside the Mainstream
- Topics traditional science ignores
- Too speculative, interdisciplinary, or unconventional
Potential Social Contribution
The author believes the work can inspire or provide insight
What wAIld Science is NOT
How to Participate
Inclusion in the Catalog
- Only the author of the work may request inclusion (will be verified)
- Send your request to info@waildscience.org with:
- Link to the work (DOI or URL)
- Brief description of content and contribution (2-3 sentences)
- An AI assistant is used for initial evaluation, final decision is made by the concept author
- Inclusion confirms alignment with wAIld Science criteria
Logo Usage
The logo may be used to designate works meeting wAIld Science criteria. Inclusion in the catalog at waildscience.org confirms that the work meets these criteria.
Contact
Founding Document
Complete description of the concept is available as a publication on Figshare:
đ wAIld Science: A Framework for Pioneering Independent Scientific Research (DOI: pending)