Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the academic landscape—and at the heart of this transformation lies ChatGPT, a language model that is becoming a powerful tool for researchers worldwide. But how can we responsibly and effectively use ChatGPT in research and publication? A recent guide by Dr. Som S. Biswas offers a clear, step-by-step roadmap for doing just that.
Why Use ChatGPT in Research?
Whether you’re brainstorming titles, summarizing literature, generating abstracts, or refining your manuscript, ChatGPT can save time and spark ideas. According to Biswas (2023), ChatGPT acts as a “writing partner”—not a replacement for scholarly rigor, but a supportive tool that enhances productivity.
A Step-by-Step Workflow (Based on Biswas, 2023)
Here’s a simplified version of the process Dr. Biswas outlines:
1. Title and Abstract Generation
Start by feeding your research topic into ChatGPT to generate possible titles or draft an abstract. Always verify and refine the output manually.
2. Literature Summaries
Input snippets from relevant papers and ask ChatGPT to summarize them. This helps build your literature review quickly—but cross-check for accuracy.
3. Prompt Engineering for Deeper Insight
Craft thoughtful prompts (e.g., “Compare theory A and B in the context of X”) to get meaningful, structured content.
4. Drafting and Editing
Use ChatGPT to polish paragraphs or suggest transitions. Still, all content must remain under your critical review to maintain originality and voice.
5. Ethical Use and Disclosure
Transparency is crucial. Disclose your use of AI if the journal requires it, and never list ChatGPT as an author. You’re responsible for all content integrity.
Important Reminders
– ChatGPT can hallucinate or fabricate references. Always verify factual content.
– It should never replace your own data collection or analysis.
– The final draft must be your own intellectual product.
Reflection
What this guide reminds us is that ChatGPT isn’t a shortcut—it’s a skill. When used ethically and creatively, it empowers researchers to write better, think deeper, and publish more efficiently.
Reference
Biswas, S. S. (2023). ChatGPT for Research and Publication: A Step‑by‑Step Guide. Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 28(6), 576–584. https://doi.org/10.5863/1551-6776-28.6.576
