Commission publishes update of ERA Living Guidelines on responsible use of Generative AI in research

On 8 May, the European Commission has published an update of the ERA Living Guidelines on the responsible use of Generative AI in research. The updated Living Guidelines have been refined to address the rapid advancements in generative AI, ensuring that they reflect the latest technological developments and their impact on the scientific community. Their simple and practical approach is maintained, while research integrity principles, such as accountability, transparency and responsibility, are adapted to the current use of generative AI.

This revision has been limited and technical, adding to the Living Guidelines’ clarity and education value. It includes new recommendations, for example on interactions with third parties using AI during meetings or as part of the information management, and the associated risks. It also highlights the need for organisations to be aware about “hidden prompts” - instructions for AI systems hidden from human oversight. 

The guidelines can be downloaded here:

ERA Living Guidelines on the responsible use of Generative AI in research

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