RCR: Introduction to Proofig AI: Protecting Image Integrity in Life Sciences Research

Presented by Ansuman Chattopadhyay, Ph.D., Director Molecular Biology Information Service, Health Sciences Library System 

Participants will learn how Proofig AI analyzes scientific figures, how to interpret flagged results, and how the tool can help researchers assess image integrity before submitting manuscripts for publication.  (subject matter: research misconduct) 

 Upon completing this class, you should be able to: 

• Recognize image integrity challenges — Identify common issues in scientific images, including duplications, manipulations, and AI-generated content. 

• Use Proofig AI effectively — Upload manuscripts, run analyses, and generate integrity reports to review image quality prior to submission. 

• Evaluate and validate flagged findings — Assess issues identified by Proofig AI and use its forensic tools for deeper investigation.