Description: The report examines the impact of generative AI on research ethics. We are rapidly heading towards a scenario where generative AI tools, such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, play a crucial role in academic research. From conducting literature reviews and framing hypotheses to drafting surveys, generative AI-based applications can revolutionise each aspect of the academic research process.
However, integrating generative AI in academic research also raises several concerns for research ethics. For instance, chatbots like ChatGPT are prone to generating false information, known as hallucinations, which can impact the accuracy of research. Similarly, the fairness of research generated by AI models can be impacted by biases inherent in their training data.
The report explores pathways that will allow academic institutions and publications to promote the ethical use of generative AI in academic research.
Attribution: Mohit Chawdhry, Shweta Venkatesan, and Vivan Sharan. Ethical Use of Generative AI in Academic Research: Literature Review and Recommendations , November 2023, Esya Centre.