Digital Scholar Bytes: Harnessing AI for Research: Explore, Experiment, and Engage

Artificial intelligence is transforming research, especially in the “traditional” library setting. However, many faculty, students, and staff are unsure how these AI research platforms work, what their capabilities and limitations are, and how they might benefit their projects. To bridge this gap, we are hosting a series of drop-in workshops designed to introduce AI-powered research tools in a hands-on, exploratory setting. These informal, interactive workshops provide a low-pressure environment where attendees can test out various AI research platforms, ask questions, and see how AI-driven tools can support their work.

You will be able to practice on the following platforms: Consensus, Elicit, Keenious, Lateral, Perplexity, Research Rabbit, Scite, Semantic Scholar, and Undermind. The platforms offer free and subscription options–the workshops will allow you to explore their premium features for free. Librarians Kevin Gunn, Coordinator of Digital Scholarship, and Charles Gallagher, Research and Instruction Librarian, will be available for questions.

Dates

  • Tuesday, February 18, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Wednesday, February 26, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Location

  • Mullen Library Instruction Room (room 115)

AI is rapidly evolving, and understanding its potential in research is essential. Whether you’re a skeptic, a beginner, or an experienced researcher, this is your chance to explore AI in a supportive, guided environment. Come see what’s possible and how AI might fit into your research workflow!

Also, check our our research guide: Generative AI and Research.

These workshops are sponsored by the Catholic University of America Libraries and the Department of Information Sciences.

For details and accommodations, feel free to reach out to Kevin Gunn (gunn@cua.edu). We look forward to seeing you there!

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