Research Tools
Using AI to Assist Qualitative Data Analysis
Published: May 15, 2026
Artificial intelligence is becoming part of many researchers’ workflows, including qualitative research. If you are working with interviews, focus groups, open-ended survey responses, fieldnotes, or documents, AI can help with some parts of analysis. But it works best as a support tool, not as a replacement for the researcher. Recent discussions in qualitative research emphasize that AI may assist with organizing and exploring data, while interpretation and meaning-making still need to remain human-led.
Effective Prompting When Using AI to Assist Research
Published: Feb 19, 2025
In the evolving landscape of academic research, Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and others have become indispensable partners for tasks ranging from literature reviews to data analysis, drafting manuscripts, and brainstorming ideas. However, using AI effectively requires more than just typing in a question—it begins with crafting a well-thought-out prompt. The way you phrase your request can significantly impact the quality and relevance of the AI’s response.
Using Generative AI Tools in Assisting Literature Research
Published: November 13, 2024
AI tools have become valuable allies for researchers, especially in conducting literature reviews. By automating time-consuming tasks like summarizing studies, extracting key themes, and identifying influential papers, AI streamlines the review process, allowing researchers to focus on analysis and interpretation. Tools like Consensus, Scite, and Elicit help synthesize complex data, provide evidence-based summaries, and even reveal emerging trends. This combination of efficiency and depth is transforming how literature reviews are conducted, making it easier to manage vast volumes of