AI Policy at NIOO
Vision
Section titled “Vision”The Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) recognises that generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our society and is a transformative technology that can help optimising administrative and management processes, carrying out research more efficiently and addressing complex challenges. A range of tasks can be augmented and automated in this way. However, no one at NIOO is required to use AI, and maintaining strong (scientific) skills, critical reflection and human expertise is essential.
We strive to build up AI literacy as an organisation, to be able to make the right decisions in these changing times. We will remain collaborative, inclusive and responsible, even when AI tools are available.
If AI is used in research and management processes at NIOO, it is important that it is done in a responsible and ethical manner. This means in compliance with the Netherlands Code of Conduct for Research Integrity, and with existing laws and regulations (e.g. the Artificial Intelligence Act and GDPR). AI must serve to augment human intelligence and expertise but should not become the guiding principle in establishing research directions or executing management and research tasks. At NIOO, AI cannot and should not replace human judgment, moral agency, or accountability in (scientific) practice.
NIOO adheres to the KNAW AI guidelines. Additionally, practical and ethical guidelines for the use of AI at NIOO have been made (section 2), as well as helpful tools for governance, stewardship and training of NIOO personnel and students (section 3).
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