Mastering scientific writing with AI-based tools

Abstract

This workshop focuses on helping you find the right tools for your scientific writing project. We will discuss the key differences of the main currently available large language models so that you can select the most suitable one. We will outline what tasks are the most suited for AI assistance and how effective prompting techniques can help. Further topics are image generation and literature review tools. During the course, you will have the opportunity to collect hands-on experiences.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, you are able to

• select a suitable AI-based writing tool,
• streamline the writing process,
• prompt effectively,
• comply with ETH regulations regarding plagiarism.

Content

• Differences of AI-based tools
• Opportunities and risks of working with large language models
• Ethical considerations: avoiding plagiarism and copyright infringement, minimizing environmental impacts
• Scientific writing tasks suitable for AI assistance
• Effective prompting techniques
• Image generation
• Literature search tools

Location

• ETH Zentrum
  ETH Library

Target audience

Language

Comment

You can find the registration for the course under “Open activity webpage”.

Please create an OpenAI account before the workshop.

Accessibility

Access to and participation in our courses will be barrier-free. Please contact us in advance at +41 44 632 21 35 or at info@library.ethz.ch so that we can optimally meet your needs.