• Dr. T.LAVANYA

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into academic research has transformed how scholars search for literature, analyze data, and generate written content. While these tools offer significant efficiency and innovation, they also raise complex copyright challenges that academic institutions, researchers, and publishers must address. One major concern involves the ownership of AI-generated outputs, as existing copyright laws in many jurisdictions recognize only human authorship, leaving uncertainty over whether and how AI-assisted work can be protected. Additionally, AI systems are often trained on vast datasets that may include copyrighted materials, creating potential risks of infringement if permission, licensing, or fair use standards are unclear or unmet. The use of AI for paraphrasing, summarization, or content generation further complicates issues of originality and attribution, increasing the possibility of unintentional plagiarism. Academic researchers must also consider transparency and disclosure, as failure to acknowledge AI assistance may conflict with ethical and publishing standards. Moreover, publishers face challenges in determining responsibility when copyrighted material is reproduced or closely mimicked by AI-generated text. This abstract argues that addressing these challenges requires a combination of clearer legal frameworks, institutional policies, and researcher awareness. Developing guidelines for responsible AI use, emphasizing proper citation practices, and updating copyright regulations to reflect technological advancements are essential steps toward balancing innovation with the protection of intellectual property in academic research.

Artificial intelligence, copyright law, academic research, intellectual property, plagiarism, AI ethics

"COPYRIGHT CHALLENGES OF USING AI TOOLS IN ACADEMIC RESEARCH", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 2, page no.190-196, February-2026, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRHJ06038.pdf

"COPYRIGHT CHALLENGES OF USING AI TOOLS IN ACADEMIC RESEARCH", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 2, page no. pp190-196, February-2026, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRHJ06038.pdf