Open Internet by MindsNet

Over-reliance on AI in Research

A graduate research assistant in civil engineering is struggling with the heavy reliance on AI tools for tasks such as coding, data retrieval, and writing. This reliance is causing feelings of inadequacy and concern about the diminishing of their own abilities. The assistant is unsure if they are using AI as a tool or for everything, leading to confusion and a sense of cheating.

Engineering, Core Engineering, Electrical Engineering