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How is AI shaping economic research?

Economy
United States
Started October 29, 2026

Does generative AI narrow or widen productivity gaps in research? We study the distributional effects of AI on research productivity in economics using evidence from three sources: NBER working-paper and publication records, text-based measures of LLM-assisted writing, and an original survey of 227 academic economists measuring AI use across research tasks. We first show that […] The post How is AI shaping economic research? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsUnfortunately, I am r...

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AI technologies should be openly shared to promote collaboration and innovation in economic research.
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AI can democratize access to research tools, enabling smaller institutions to compete in economic research.
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AI's impact on economic research needs careful regulation to prevent misuse and ensure ethical standards.
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Generative AI may lead to homogenization in economic research outputs, reducing diversity of thought.
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AI-driven analysis can lead to faster policy recommendations in economic research, benefiting society.
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The academic community must establish clear guidelines for the ethical use of AI in economic research.
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The reliance on AI in economic research could diminish critical thinking and analytical skills among researchers.
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The use of AI in economic research risks undermining the rigor of peer-reviewed publications.
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AI tools should be integrated into economic research training programs to enhance skills for future economists.
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The benefits of AI in economic research must be balanced with considerations of bias in algorithms and data.
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