Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
6-16-2026
Abstract
Human authorship in relation to copyright can be difficult for many to understand. And as artificial intelligence (AI) tools become more widely available and are viewed as a fast and convenient way to complete academic, professional, and creative tasks, it can make human authorship even more confusing. However, heavy or improper reliance on AI can introduce important legal and ethical risks when it comes to ownership and authorship. This poster seeks to explain what human authorship is, explore the U.S. Copyright Office's guidance on AI assisted creation, and outline recommended approaches for documenting and citing AI assistance so that creators can use AI responsibly while protecting their intellectual ownership and maintaining ethical research standards
Recommended Citation
Soto-Luna, Isabel Ed., "Human Authorship in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Understanding Copyright Boundaries" (2026). Criss Library Faculty Proceedings & Presentations. 175.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/crisslibfacproc/175
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This poster was presented at the Kraemer Copyright Conference help at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs.