FAQ and Feature Requests

In fact, “hallucinations”, i.e. factually incorrect outputs, are a problem that all language models have. The reason for this lies in their systemic architecture, which works with probabilities. The following video with the sections “Basics” and “Limitations and challenges” addresses this (video in German): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAqJB_YcftQ

We point out in the “Limitations” section of the GPT.UP service user interface that incorrect information can occasionally be displayed. This is particularly relevant to those topics that were not frequently represented in the training data of the LLMs (Large Language Models). Therefore, please be aware that you might encounter these problems regularly when using GPT.UP in your scientific field of studies.

New technologies, such as tools surrounding the use of artificial intelligence (e.g., chat assistants), have grown ever popular thanks for their potential to simply and improve different processes. However, they also bring their own problems and risks. For example, the development and maintenance of Large Language Models consume a good deal of energy and leave a considerable CO2 footprint, an issue that is closely monitored nationally and internationally. A heightened awareness of sustainability and environmental concerns, as well as the tangible negative effects of AI must be weighed up against existing or expected benefits. Consider, for instance, that research and development in the field of artificial intelligence has also led to new solutions that could reduce energy consumption and ecological damage. Many researchers at the University of Potsdam are significantly involved in the fields of artificial intelligence, environmental and climate protection, sustainability and their intersections. Students and lecturers too are gradually becoming familiarized with the possibilities of generative AI and at the same time sensitized to negative effects. With this, the university continually strives to fulfill its mission of “education for sustainable development” and to promote educational equity. The Teaching and Media department of the “Center for Quality Development in Teaching and Studies” (ZfQ) is the best point of contact for further information. Climate and environmental protection are also integrated into the institutional structures of the University of Potsdam, in the form of an environmental commission and climate protection management, for instance. The University of Potsdam is actively committed to climate protection through various measures, such as the increased use of renewable energies and more efficient use of resources, such as electricity, heat and water. The sustainable management of our properties is the highest priority. As a result of these efforts, per capita water consumption has been reduced by around 40% and greenhouse gas emissions by more than 25% in recent years.

Currently, the HAWKI platform does not offer text transcription. We would be happy to activate this function should it become available.

Currently, the HAWKI platform does not offer the use of own content data. However, the HAWKI team is already evaluating possible options.