The Evidence Synthesis Service at UCI Libraries focuses on consulting. If a librarian is interested in getting more involved in your project, they may also be a co-author but that is up to the capacity of each individual librarian.
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Use of AI is fraught with complications involving accuracy, bias, academic integrity, and intellectual property and may not be appropriate in all academic settings. This guide is meant more for academic researchers looking to utilize AI tools in their research. Students are strongly advised to consult with their instructor before using AI-generated content in their research or coursework. For information on Generative AI take a look at the Generative AI and Information Literacy guide. |
There are many AI tools coming out, this is just an example list of the types of tools available. These lists are a mix of free, trials, and premium. We do not endorse the use of one tool over another, instead researchers should evaluate tools to see if they fit their needs.
Various AI tools are invaluable throughout the systematic review or evidence synthesis process. While the consensus acknowledges the significant utility of AI tools across different review stages, it's imperative to grasp their inherent biases and weaknesses. Moreover, ethical considerations such as copyright and intellectual property must be at the forefront.
Any of the popular standalone chatbots can be a good tool for brainstorming keywords to search for a research topic. Many of the literature search tools linked on this guide also show conceptual keywords that can help with developing search terms.