Guidance and tools for secure, ethical use of AI at HMS

Generative AI offers new opportunities in research, education, and productivity — but it must be used thoughtfully.

This page builds on Initial guidelines for the use of Generative AI tools at Harvard to outline HMS recommendations and approved tools to help you use AI responsibly, in line with policies and data security requirements. Learn how to choose the right tool, meet compliance standards, and protect confidential information.  

Tools and policies

Harvard-endorsed services for the community.

Data protection and IT security requirements.

How to handle confidential data when using AI.

Ethics and regulations

Authorship ethics for AI-generated content.

Editorial guidance for medical writing.

AI usage in NIH-supported research.