AI FAQ

You can use Copilot to support your search process, for example by:

• Finding ideas for keywords and alternative subject terms
• Getting inspiration for a topic area

Copilot can be compared to a quick search, as it provides a fast overview and can inspire you on where to continue your search.

Do not use Copilot for:

• Creating ready-made search strings for library databases
• Copilot typically struggles with:
  • Boolean logic (AND/OR/NOT)
  • Parentheses structure
  • Truncation symbols
  • Database-specific syntax
  • Missing or invented subject terms

Remember:

• The result is not a systematic or reproducible search.
• Copilot provides suggestions, not verified sources.
• Copilot may invent sources or lack knowledge in certain areas.
• Always verify sources in the library’s databases or contact the library if you are unsure.

Yes, you may use Copilot to get suggestions for relevant keywords and subject terms for individual databases.

However, always review the suggestions and assess whether they are suitable for your topic.

Also be aware that Copilot does not always understand discipline-specific terminology.

Please refer to your curriculum, module description, and study guidelines.

No, it is not permitted to upload the article or copy the text from the article into Copilot for translation. However, you may share the article’s link (URL, permalink, DOI, PMID) with Copilot and use that to have the article translated.

This option is only available when the article is Open Access. If the article is not Open Access, it is not lawful to share it with Copilot. If you are unsure whether an article is Open Access, please contact the library.

No, you may not photograph, scan, or upload a printed article and share it with Copilot.

No, it is not permitted to copy article abstracts into Copilot.

However, you may share the link to the abstract (URL, permalink, DOI, PMID) with Copilot.

Remember:

• The link must be freely accessible, such as on publisher websites or open databases like PubMed, DOAJ, etc., and not behind a login such as CINAHL, Scopus, Embase, etc.

Yes, this is permitted if you are working with your own data. However, if you are working with confidential or sensitive personal data, you must not share this with Copilot.

Remember:

• Always check your curriculum or technical guidelines for further details.

Yes, this is permitted if your module description in the curriculum or the study guidelines allows the use of Copilot.

Remember:

• If you are allowed to use Copilot, you must clearly state Copilot as a source in your reference list.