Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the research space and AI tools are increasingly being utilised to enhance research capabilities and streamline processes. Generative AI (Gen AI) tools, which are used to create new content, are helping researchers with tasks including discovering articles, summarising text and finding research gaps. With an abundance of AI tools emerging daily, it can be challenging to explore each one thoroughly and determine its optimal use in your research. Below are some tips for using generative AI for research.
Stay updated with product trackers and guides
Consider registering for a product tracker like Ithica Product Tracker GenAI. These platforms help you stay informed about the latest developments, ensuring that you remain up to date with relevant research and technological advances.
Explore the AI in Education guide to gain a deeper understanding of available AI tools and their application purpose.
Compare and evaluate tools
The videos below compare and evaluate some of the generative AI tools available to help you decide which tools are suitable for your needs.
- Perplexity and Elicit: learn how to effectively use generative AI in your literature review and find out how these tools compare.
- SciSpace vs. Perplexity vs. Research Rabbit vs. Connected Papers vs. Litmaps: evaluates these tools based on their features, usability, and suitability for your research needs.
- Research Rabbit vs Connected Papers: dubbed as ‘Spotify’ for papers, Research Rabbit helps build a comprehensive research library, recommending relevant papers. Connected Papers is designed specifically for academic research and allows the user to discover relevant studies easily.
AI Search Tools by Monash Health Library available under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
Learn how to use generative AI effectively and with integrity
Review the Using Generative AI ethically and responsibly module developed by the Library to understand the key principles of AI, ways to use AI and tips for writing prompts.
For further information explore the Navigating AI in Research webpages, the Griffith University AI Hub, or contact the Library.
