Royal Society president reignites Elon Musk row by defending lack of action
The Guardian • • world
Key Points:
- Paul Nurse, president of the Royal Society, defended the decision not to eject Elon Musk from the fellowship, arguing that removal should only occur for fraud or defects in scientific research, not for conduct or behavior issues.
- Nurse's stance has sparked division among fellows, with some supporting his view that expulsion is ineffective and others criticizing it as undermining the society's code of conduct and public trust in science.
- Controversy intensified following revelations that Musk's Grok AI tool allows digital removal of clothing from images, raising ethical concerns and calls for accountability from some fellows and members of the wider scientific community.
- Critics argue that the Royal Society's response has been weak and inconsistent with its stated values, emphasizing the need for stronger leadership to uphold ethical
