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Generative AI for Research

This Research Guide provides information on the use of Generative AI in academic papers and research, and provides guidance on the ethical use of Generative AI in an academic setting.

Citing Generative AI

3 steps for citing GenAI in your work

  • Make sure it is ethical for you to use GenAI output.
  •  Fact-check any content you plan to use to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Cite or acknowledge your use properly.

Check out these resources, if you have content that may not fall under an available standard. If creating something for publication, always check to see if the resource's style guide includes how to cite AI. 

The following five-minute video describes how to cite and document the use of Generative AI tools. This video is part of the AI Plagiarism and Citation module presented by Carolina AI Literacy.