There are many generative AI tools available that can help with the research process in many different ways, from generating ideas for research topics to summarizing sources to formatting citations.
Before using an AI tool for your research, you should always evaluate the tool carefully using methods like the ones outlined in this guide. Pay attention to the appropriateness of the tool for your task and the quality of its output in terms of accuracy and bias.
You should also always check any relevant course policies your professor may have set around the use of generative AI for assignments and projects. If you're not sure if a particular use of generative AI is okay, it's best to check with your professor first in order to avoid potential problems later, after you've done work on the project.
Looking for ideas about what tools to use and how to use them for research? The following sources offer a number of potentially useful ideas and recommendations based on how students and professors are using AI for their research activities.
How Generative AI Tools Help Transform Academic Research (Forbes, September 2023)
The Best AI Tools for Students and Academics (Stackradar, August 2023)
Generative AI in Academic Research: Perspectives and Cultural Norms (Cornell University, no date)
