The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of AI Chatbots in Scientific Publishing: Insights from a Journal Editor
Hari Srikanth (University of South Florida, USA)

In recent years, the landscape of scientific publishing has witnessed a profound transformation with the rising popularity of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots that are based on large language models. This talk explores the phenomenon from the perspective of a journal editor, offering insights into the implications, challenges, and opportunities presented by the integration of AI chatbots in scholarly communication. Amid the proliferation of AI chatbots, ethical considerations regarding data privacy, algorithmic bias, and transparency loom large, necessitating careful deliberation and responsible deployment. The talk will emphasize the responsibilities of manuscript authors, reviewers and editors in navigating the evolving landscape of AI-driven scientific publishing, fostering innovation while upholding scholarly integrity and ethical standards. Before the presentation on scientific publishing aspects, I will also briefly introduce Physical Review B and how the journal has evolved.