Guidelines for Responsible Use of AI | Information Technology at Johns Hopkins

At Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM), we are committed to harnessing the power of AI responsibly, to ensure that these technologies are used safely, ethically, and in compliance with all applicable policies. 

Before using AI, it is important to understand your role in using these tools. Please review the following guidelines.

Start with Our Approved AI Tools

Connect with IT before procuring additional AI tools.
Hopkins is working to ensure that the tools procured on behalf of our faculty, staff, and students have the appropriate privacy and security protections and represent the best use of institutional funds.
If you have procured, are considering purchase of, or have questions about AI tools, please contact us.

Protect Confidential Data

Do not enter nonpublic proprietary Hopkins data—including clinical data, financial information, and business records—into third-party AI tools not approved by Johns Hopkins, in accordance with the University Policy on Acceptable Use and Security of Johns Hopkins Information Technology Resources and the University Code of Conduct.
Information shared with AI tools not approved by Johns Hopkins using default settings is not private and could expose proprietary or sensitive information to unauthorized parties.

Review Content

You are responsible for any content that you produce or publish that includes AI-generated material.
AI-generated content can be inaccurate, misleading, or entirely fabricated and may contain copyrighted material.
Review your AI-generated content before sharing it with others.

Adhere to Current University and Medicine Policies

AI use is subject to existing JHU and JHM policies, including codes of conduct, information technology resource policies, and academic integrity policies.
Using AI does not allow an exception to existing requirements and limitations.
Students should consult their instructors before utilizing AI within their coursework.

Be Alert for Phishing

AI has made it easier for malicious actors to create sophisticated phishing emails and “deepfakes” (i.e., video or audio intended to convincingly mimic a person’s voice or physical appearance without their consent) at a far greater scale.
Continue to follow security best practices and report suspicious messages to [email protected].