I've been reading a good number of articles and social media posts lately about teachers' worries regarding the use of AI by their students. However, I'm really curious to hear what other colleagues think about the use of AI in research, especially among journal editors, editorial members, and reviewers. It would also be interesting to hear about any recent academic works published on this topic.
Deat Jose Belda-Medina , I believe that the process of using AI has already become irreversible and everyone needs to adapt to it.
As a reviewer member of the editorial board, I am loyal to the use of AI in the preparation of articles, since the main thing for any scientific publication is the generation of new ideas and knowledge.
However, I am critical of the clear indications of the apparent application of AI results where the author has neglected to adapt the style of presentation of AI to the style of scientific publications.
I think many are using it to assist them in writing, though it is also commonly used to generate initial ideas. As LLM becomes even more capable of using our input for training, it's rather "scary" to note that "the written output" is more and more humanized, making it harder to detect.
But the question is, should we really "penalise" those who use it to write? Or should we prioritise the research data/output more?
Dear Jose Belda-Medina,
I share your curiosity about the use of AI in research, particularly from the perspective of journal editors, editorial members, and reviewers. It's indeed a fascinating area with the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the academic publishing process.
AI technologies can contribute significantly to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of scholarly publishing. Automated systems can assist in manuscript screening, plagiarism detection, and even aid in the peer review process by identifying relevant literature, checking statistical analyses, and highlighting potential ethical concerns.
However, as with any technological advancement, there are also concerns and considerations to be addressed. It's crucial for the academic community to discuss and establish guidelines for the ethical use of AI in research, ensuring transparency, accountability, and fairness. Striking the right balance between human expertise and AI assistance is essential to maintain the integrity of the peer review process.
It would be valuable to hear your thoughts and those of our colleagues on how AI is currently being integrated into the scholarly publishing landscape and the potential impact it may have on the academic community. Let's continue this conversation and stay informed about the latest developments in this exciting intersection of technology and academia.
Kindly find this recent published article on the use of ChatGPT in higher education. Article Economics students’ behavioural intention and usage of ChatG...
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