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Citation Hygiene with AI
Every AI claim needs a live source. Never cite a source you haven't read.
Goal
Avoid scandal of citing AI-fabricated sources (known as "hallucinated citations").
Steps
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If AI gives a ref (book, study, article): copy title and author name.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You discover 20-40% of AI refs are fully/partially fabricated.
Evidence base
School: Academic Integrity / AI Hallucination
Founders: Anthropic Safety Team · AI in academic publishing studies (2024)
2023-2024 studies (Nature, Science) documented ChatGPT fabricates 30-50% of scientific refs. Newer versions better but still fabricate.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Citation Hygiene with AI" take?
This exercise takes about 12 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Citation Hygiene with AI"?
You discover 20-40% of AI refs are fully/partially fabricated. In the short term: Your work becomes verifiable and respected.
Is "Citation Hygiene with AI" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Academic Integrity / AI Hallucination (Anthropic Safety Team, AI in academic publishing studies (2024)). 2023-2024 studies (Nature, Science) documented ChatGPT fabricates 30-50% of scientific refs. Newer versions better but still fabricate.
Is "Citation Hygiene with AI" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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