Can AI write a good abstract for a research paper?
Here's a comparison of ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Deep Seek, and Grok:
1. ChatGPT o1
I uploaded a draft of my paper and asked ChatGPT o1 to write a precisely worded abstract of 150 words foregrounding my argument.
This is a useful abstract but not very precise. It stays within the word limit though.
It understands the argument quite well but renders in a language that is a bit too far from my style.
During reasoning, it brought up something in Chinese too. I mention in the paper a couple times but there is no Chinese text in the paper.
2. Gemini 1.5 Pro
Disappointing. It summarizes the main points of the paper but a abstract is not a summary.
It doesn't foreground the argument and doesn't stay within the word limit.
3. Claude 3.7
Very impressive. Stays within word limit. Understands the argument very well and foregrounds it.
This made me think of my paper in a new light.
4. Deep Seek
This is more of a summary of the paper. It understands the argument but doesn't foreground it.
Also, it goes a little over the word limit.
5. Grok 3
Understands the argument and starts the abstract quite nicely.
Adds a couple of details that aren't useful, but overall it's helpful. Also, it stays within the word limit.
When it comes to academci texts, Claude seems to perform relatively better than every other model.
I'd suggest using any app you find helpful. Don't copy and paste what AI generates. Use it as your thinking/critique partner and write your own content.
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Ten smart ways of using ChatGPT for academic purposes (that do not involve any plagiarism):
1. Project Management and Scheduling:
Sample Prompt:
Project Title:
Project Type:
Expected Start Date:
Expected Finish Date:
Follow very carefully the steps given below: 1. Carefully consider the scope and type of the project (if it is a journal article, conference paper, dissertation, presentation). 2. Consider carefully the primary and secondary academic fields relevant to the project. 3. Act as if you are a leading expert in the primary and secondary fields relevant to the project. You can proficiently explain the project using adequate technical knowledge and language. 4. Act as if you are an award-winning teacher who can break down extremely complex ideas into easily understandable language. 5. Keeping in mind the scope, type, and the academic field of the project, break it down in tasks that can be scheduled weekly. Do this very carefully. This breakdown should optimize for speed without compromising on authenticity of the project. 6. Breakdown the weekly tasks into subtasks that can be completed within a normal workday of six to eight hours. 7. Every subtask should be accompanied by one to two pieces of clear and actionable advice to carry out the subtask. Remind me constantly to focus on progress and not perfection. 8. While giving the schedule of the project, you must consider the importance of both mental health and the ability to meet deadlines. Strive to have a work-life balance.
2. Brainstorming Ideas
Start by asking a couple of “warmup” questions. This way you will get better suggestions. You can ask questions like, “Do you know about X?” and “Do you know about Y?”
Then ask how we can be related X with Y. After that ask ChatGPT to help you brainstorm research questions on the relationship between X and Y.
While brainstorming ideas, always start with a basic idea and build on that gradually.