Research Integrity and GenAI: A Systematic Analysis of Ethical Challenges Across Research Phases

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2412.10134v1
• Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:31:45 GMT
• Title: Research Integrity and GenAI: A Systematic Analysis of Ethical Challenges Across Research Phases
• Authors: Sonja Bjelobaba, Lorna Waddington, Mike Perkins, Tomáš Foltýnek, Sabuj Bhattacharyya, Debora Weber-Wulff,
• Abstract summary: The rapid development and use of generative AI (GenAI) tools in academia presents complex and multifaceted ethical challenges for its users.<n>This study aims to examine the ethical concerns arising from the use of GenAI across different phases of research.
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• Abstract: Background: The rapid development and use of generative AI (GenAI) tools in academia presents complex and multifaceted ethical challenges for its users. Earlier research primarily focused on academic integrity concerns related to students' use of AI tools. However, limited information is available on the impact of GenAI on academic research. This study aims to examine the ethical concerns arising from the use of GenAI across different phases of research and explores potential strategies to encourage its ethical use for research purposes. Methods: We selected one or more GenAI platforms applicable to various research phases (e.g. developing research questions, conducting literature reviews, processing data, and academic writing) and analysed them to identify potential ethical concerns relevant for that stage. Results: The analysis revealed several ethical concerns, including a lack of transparency, bias, censorship, fabrication (e.g. hallucinations and false data generation), copyright violations, and privacy issues. These findings underscore the need for cautious and mindful use of GenAI. Conclusions: The advancement and use of GenAI are continuously evolving, necessitating an ongoing in-depth evaluation. We propose a set of practical recommendations to support researchers in effectively integrating these tools while adhering to the fundamental principles of ethical research practices.

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