AI and Everyday Tasks Study
Summary
We’re studying how access to an AI chatbot affects how people do short tasks (writing, problem-solving, and creativity) and how their bodies respond in the moment.
In one campus visit (about 1.5–2 hours), you’ll complete quick computer tasks while AI is on for some parts and off for others. We’ll record non-clinical body signals using a soft cap that reads tiny scalp signals (EEG), a heart sensor (strap or small stickers), a breathing belt, and an eye tracker. There are no needles or shocks. We do not save what you type or what the chatbot says—only timing and duration of use.
You can take breaks at any time. You’ll receive a $100 gift card (pro-rated if you stop early).
Eligibility
Eligible ages: 18 to 65
Accepts healthy participants: Yes
Inclusion criteria:
1. Age 18–65
2. Use an AI chatbot (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot) at least once a week
3. Comfortable reading and typing in English
4. Able to visit our UCalgary lab for about 1.5–2 hours
5. Willing to wear a soft EEG cap, heart sensor, breathing belt, and eye tracker
Exclusion criteria:
1. History of photosensitive epilepsy or screen-triggered seizures
2. Concussion in the last 3 months
3. Pacemaker/defibrillator or other incompatible implanted cardiac device
4. Active skin issues on scalp/chest or strong allergy to electrode gel/adhesive
5. Serious uncorrected vision problems that make screen reading hard
6. Started a new heart-rate-affecting medication in the past 2 weeks
7. Under 18 or not a regular AI-chatbot user
Participate
Fill out the following form if you want to participate in this research
Collection of personal information
Your personal information is collected under
the authority of section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If
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Additional information
Contact information
Preferred: Please complete our short interest form: https://survey.ucalgary.ca/jfe/form/SV_cVgWVrXnfkrmSsC (takes ~2 minutes). Email (optional): daniel.choi2@ucalgary.ca If you email, use the subject “AI Study – Interested” and tell us (1) that you are 18+, (2) you use an AI chatbot at least once a week, and (3) your preferred times for a ~1 hr 40 min visit.
Principal investigator:
Junho Park
Clinical trial:
No
REB-ID:
REB25-1412
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