AI for more productive research
Generative AI is revolutionising how research is conducted, offering new possibilities for productivity and innovation. This training provides researchers with practical guidance on integrating AI into their workflows, from literature reviews and data analysis to writing and hypothesis generation. Participants will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools and learn how to use them ethically and effectively, enhancing the quality and impact of their research.
Audience
This training is designed for:
• Academic researchers across social science disciplines.
• Early-career and seasoned researchers looking to improve productivity.
• Research coordinators and grant writers aiming to integrate AI into their work.
Learning goals
By the end of this training, participants will:
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Understand how generative AI can be applied to various stages of the research process.
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Gain hands-on experience using AI tools for tasks like literature review, data analysis, and proposal writing.
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Learn ethical guidelines and best practices for integrating AI into research.
Program
Part 1: Research on AI and productivity
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Introduction to generative AI: how it works and its limitations.
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Exploring how AI is transforming productivity.
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Understanding task- and job-level exposure to generative AI.
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Case studies: AI impacts on writing, coding, ideation, and analysis.
​Part 2: Making your research more productive with AI
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Prompting and customising LLMs for research tasks.
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Using AI for literature discovery and summarisation.
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Analysing and visualising data with AI tools.
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​Structuring research proposals and papers.
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Creating policy briefs from research findings.
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Ethical considerations: guidelines for responsible AI use in research.
Trainer
A quantitative social scientist with expertise in labour markets and work organisation, Dr Laura Nurski combines her academic rigour with hands-on experience in applying AI-driven tools. She guides organisations and policymakers in understanding and leveraging AI to design better jobs and workplaces.
Practical
Format: One half-day interactive session, up to 20 people.
Location: in-person (location to be determined).
Requirements: Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop for the practical exercises.
Pricing and availability: Please email laura.nurski@icloud.com