Generative AI and Chatbots

This guide offers advice on generative AI chatbots and tools and how to best use them to support your work.

Do I need to cite chatbot and generative AI content?

In general, yes. Students should check with their instructor to understand their rules and guidelines about AI usage in a course. Researchers and authors should check with their publisher to find out their guidelines for generative AI usage.

If using chatbot or other generative AI-created content, here are ways to acknowledge that usage:

Create a publicly available link to the content (try ShareGPT or A.I. Archives) --> cite it in the text and references of your work
Without a publicly available link to the content --> cite it like a personal communication
Describe your AI use as part of your methodology
Include an appendix with screenshots or transcripts of prompts and AI-generated responses

Risks of using generative AI content

Generative AI and chatbots often produce incorrect, biased or obsolete information. Use reliable sources and verify the accuracy of AI-generated content if you include it in your work.

Citation examples and formats

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Citing for publication

Different publishers may have different policies on whether or not generative AI is allowed and how to cite it. Check your publisher's information for authors webpage, or contact their editorial staff, for details.