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Francesco Sanmarchi1, Andrea Bucci2, Andrea Giovanni Nuzzolese3
1Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum - University of Bologna, Via San Giacomo 12, 40126 Bologna, Italy.
Objective:
This study aims at investigating how AI-based transformers can support researchers in designing and conducting an epidemiological study. To accomplish this, we used ChatGPT to reformulate the STROBE recommendations into a list of questions to be answered by the transformer itself. We then qualitatively evaluated the coherence and relevance of the transformer's outputs.
Study Design:
Descriptive study.
Methods:
We first chose a study to be used as a basis for the simulation. We then used ChatGPT to transform each STROBE checklist's item into specific prompts. Each answer to the respective prompt was evaluated by independent researchers in terms of coherence and relevance.
Results:
The mean scores assigned to each prompt were heterogeneous. On average, for the coherence domain, the overall mean score was 3.6 out of 5.0, and for relevance it was 3.3 out of 5.0. The lowest scores were assigned to items belonging to the Methods section of the checklist.
Conclusions:
ChatGPT can be considered as a valuable support for researchers in conducting an epidemiological study, following internationally recognized guidelines and standards. It is crucial for the users to have knowledge on the subject and a critical mindset when evaluating the outputs. The potential benefits of AI in scientific research and publishing are undeniable, but it is crucial to address the risks, and the ethical and legal consequences associated with its use.
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