Introductory Course: Opportunities and challenges of using AI tools for research with Consensus as a case study (26H04225b)

Description

The course will take place on site at the UB Hauptbibliothek, Vortragssaal, 1st floor.

Course Information

Date
  • Wednesday, November 18, 2026,
    12:30 PM till 1:30 PM
    • Registration Opens
    June 10, 2026
    Registration Deadline
    November 11, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Trainer
    Dr. Philipp Casula
    Johanna Schüpbach
    Organized by

    Universitätsbibliothek Basel
    Schönbeinstr. 18-20
    CH-4056 Basel
    Tel. 061 207 31 00
    info-ub@unibas.ch

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    Aims

    Objectives

    This introductory course covers

    · How to log in to Consensus
    · What content can be found on Consensus and how it is presented
    · What to keep in mind when using Consensus (and similar tools)
    · What responsible, scientifically, and ethically sound use of AI tools entails

    Content

    AI-powered research tools are becoming increasingly common in academic settings. They offer an interesting complement to traditional academic search interfaces, such as library catalogues or databases. For example, Consensus allows for natural language search queries, interaction with uploaded full-text articles, and the generation of bibliographies.

    But how can these features be used effectively while at the same time maintaining a critical perspective?
    And what are the strengths and weaknesses of these tools?

    Using Consensus as a case study, this introductory course discusses the possibilities, limitations, and challenges of using AI for academic research.

    Target Group

    Target Audience
    Students from all disciplines, as well as anyone else working at the university interested in AI-tools for research.

    Location

    Universitätsbibliothek Basel (UB) Schönbeinstrasse 18-20, 4056 Basel

    Vortragssaal

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