Research takes many forms at KPU and is conducted by faculty, students and staff in a variety of contexts. Generative AI has become a part of how research is conducted, and AI use may span across the different research phases, including idea generation, research design, data collection, data analysis, and writing/reporting.
For research activities, researchers should consult with the Office of AVP Research and Innovation, in particular their information on Compliance, when considering the use of AI in research (a detailed Research Guide is under development). Researchers should be aware of the following:
- Concerns regarding AI authorship, which is not allowed
- Risks related to use of AI tools for image and data analysis
- Disclosure requirements in publications, grant/funding applications, and review processes
- Ethical implications for human subject research
- Indigenous data sovereignty and community protocols
- Compliance with privacy, data protection, and intellectual property laws
- Risk management and mitigation approaches
- Research security concerns related to AI
- Intellectual property implications of AI-generated content
- Funding agency guidelines for AI use in research
- Terms and agreements with collaborators regarding AI usage
Guides for Researchers
To learn more about how researchers can consider and approach the use of Generative AI for their research, visit the following areas:
KPU Office of Research Services
KPU Library
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