AI can support research by improving efficiency, strengthening inquiry, and expanding access to information. When used responsibly, AI becomes a powerful tool for both early-stage exploration and advanced analysis.
AI at UFV
AI at UFV
AI can support research by improving efficiency, strengthening inquiry, and expanding access to information. When used responsibly, AI becomes a powerful tool for both early-stage exploration and advanced analysis.
AI as a research assistant
AI tools can support research by helping sort large volumes of information, surface relevant sources or themes, and generate summaries that assist with literature reviews and early-stage analysis.
AI as a thinking partner
AI use for high-impact or sensitive work should be discussed with your supervisor in advance. Follow existing UFV approval and oversight processes to ensure appropriate use.
Responsible use of AI
Researchers are responsible for reviewing AI outputs for accuracy, protecting confidential information, respecting copyright and intellectual property, considering ethical risks such as bias and transparency, and following all UFV policies and research ethics requirements.
AI should not replace critical scholarly thinking or academic expertise. It must not be used to generate research conclusions without researcher oversight, process sensitive or personal data without approved safeguards, or stand in for disciplinary judgment and methodological rigor.
This section will continue to evolve as AI use in research develops. Future content may include examples of UFV research projects using AI, guidance on research ethics and compliance, links to Research and Graduate Studies resources and training, and case studies highlighting responsible AI use by UFV researchers.