Proper Use of Artificial Intelligence

To promote scientific integrity and ethical rigor in research, the journal Myrtia establishes the following guidelines for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI):

  1. Consider AI as a Complementary Tool:

Artificial intelligence should be used to enhance research without replacing the critical judgment or ethical responsibility of the researcher. Although AI can optimize writing, the creation and originality of content remain the exclusive responsibility of human authors.

  1. Protect Personal Information:

Ensure data confidentiality and comply with international protection regulations at all stages of AI use.

  1. Critically Analyze Generated Information:

Evaluate the results produced by AI, recognizing its technical limitations and the impact of prompt quality on the outcomes.

  1. Corroborate and Validate Results:

Verify the accuracy and relevance of the generated information, assuming responsibility for its interpretation and application.

  1. Record Processes and Tools Used:

Document the use of AI in those phases of the research process that affect the generation and validation of knowledge, indicating the tool and its contribution.

  1. Mitigate Biases:

Implement measures to identify, reduce, and avoid potential biases in research, promoting ethical and responsible use of this technology.

  1. Stay Updated on AI Advances:

Explore and diversify the use of AI tools, fostering their creative and effective application to enhance research.

  1. Regularly Review and Adapt Guidelines:

Evaluate and update the guidelines on AI use regularly to ensure consistency between technological advances and ethical and scientific principles.

  1. Promote Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Encourage the exchange of knowledge between different fields to leverage the synergy between AI and human expertise.

  1. Disseminate Sources and Provide Training:

Actively share relevant AI resources and tools, and provide training to facilitate their effective and responsible application in research.

This set of guidelines is based on recommendations developed by the R4C-IRG Interdisciplinary Research Group: Complex Thinking for All and the Educational Technology Unit of the Institute for the Future of Education (IFE) at the Monterrey Institute of Technology.