Country singer and philanthropist Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy of contributions to science and public health.[236287][402748] Parton was a vocal advocate for vaccines, literacy, and marginalized communities, and her philanthropic efforts, including funding early-stage vaccine research, will be remembered for years to come.[236287][402748] Researchers are celebrating Parton's contributions to science, including her work on depression and AI-detection tools, which are helping to push back against misinformation and sloppiness.[236287][402748]