Season 2025, Episode 35: AI-Assisted Systematic Reviews with ChatGPT-4o | Achieving 92.4% Accuracy in Data Extraction
In this episode of SciBud, join Rowan as we delve into groundbreaking research exploring the capabilities of the AI tool ChatGPT-4o in systematic reviews—a cornerstone of medical and scientific research. Discover how this advanced AI performed against human reviewers in extracting data from studies focused on exercise interventions to reduce fall risk. With an impressive 92.4% accuracy rate, ChatGPT-4o showcases its potential to streamline the review process, significantly reducing the time it takes from 25-30 hours down to just 3.5! However, we also confront the challenges of AI “hallucination,” where the tool attempts to fill in missing information inaccurately. Learn how this study emphasizes the importance of human oversight, the need for diverse data, and ethical considerations in integrating AI into research. Tune in for an insightful discussion on how AI can enhance our understanding of biology and improve clinical practices, all while keeping the human touch at the forefront!