The University of Oulu has introduced new guidelines to ensure the responsible use of generative AI in research, emphasizing that AI must support rather than replace human expertise to protect research integrity. Developed by a working group of 22 experts, the framework aligns with Finnish National Board on Research Integrity principles and European Commission recommendations, mandating that researchers remain fully accountable for the accuracy of their work. Key rules require full transparency regarding AI usage, prohibit listing AI tools as authors, and demand critical evaluation to detect factual errors or hallucinations. While acknowledging practical challenges like limited access to enterprise-level tools, the university prioritizes fostering professional judgment and ethical adherence over maintaining a list of banned applications.
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Keywords: generative AI, research integrity, ethical AI, accountability, trustworthy AI