The ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use in Research

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Eacersall, D., Pretorius, L., Smirnov, I., Spray, E., Illingworth, S., Chugh, R., Strydom, S., Stratton-Maher, D., Simmons, J., Jenning, I., Roux, R., Kamrowski, R., Downie, A., Thong, C. L. and Howell, K. A.. 2025. The ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use in Research . Human-AI Collaborative Knowledgebase for Education and Research (HACKER).
TitleThe ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use in Research
AuthorsEacersall, D., Pretorius, L., Smirnov, I., Spray, E., Illingworth, S., Chugh, R., Strydom, S., Stratton-Maher, D., Simmons, J., Jenning, I., Roux, R., Kamrowski, R., Downie, A., Thong, C. L. and Howell, K. A.
Year2025
PublisherHuman-AI Collaborative Knowledgebase for Education and Research (HACKER)
Abstract

The ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use in Research provides practical guidance for the ethical use of generative AI (GenAI) tools in the research process. The framework was developed using a constructivist case study approach that examined multiple GenAI tools in several authentic research contexts. This resource is a graphical representation of the framework which consists of seven principles - Examine policies and guidelines, Think about social impacts, Harness understanding of the technology, Indicate use, Critically engage with outputs, Access secure versions, and Look at user agreements. The framework makes a significant contribution by promoting the effective use of GenAI tools in a way that adequately considers research integrity.

KeywordsApplied Artificial Intelligence; Generative AI; ChatGPT; Ethics; Research integrity; AI-enhanced research
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ANZSRC Field of Research 2020399999. Other education not elsewhere classified
460299. Artificial intelligence not elsewhere classified
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Monash University
University of Technology Sydney
University of Newcastle
Edinburgh Napier University, Untied States
Central Queensland University
Stellenbosch University, South Africa
School of Nursing and Midwifery
University of Alberta, Canada
Griffith University
UniSQ College
UCSI University, Malaysia
Edith Cowan University
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