How much of AutoResearch is research, and how much is search?[D]

The discussion revolves around the nature of "AutoResearch," questioning whether it constitutes genuine research or primarily advanced searching. The consensus suggests that once humans define the problem, objectives, evaluators, and initial research direction, the AI agent largely operates within a pre-shaped search space. This raises the question of what an agent would need, beyond improved optimization, to exhibit true research judgment.

This discussion uniquely frames AutoResearch as primarily searching within a human-defined space, unlike other accounts that emphasize its research capabilities.