--- The IMRaD (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion) structure is the gold standard in scientific communication. Although AI can be a powerful ally, its incorrect use often leaves "footprints" that compromise academic quality. Here we analyze the most common mistakes when writing in Spanish. ## Critical Errors in Academic Writing with AI ### 1. The "Too Casual" Tone Many AI models tend to write as we speak. In a paper, this translates into a lack of rigor. - **Error:** "We believe this is very important for the future..." - **Correction:** "The findings suggest significant implications for future research..." ### 2. Hallucinations in References It is the most dangerous error. AI can invent authors, titles, and publication years that seem real but do not exist. - **Solution:** Always validate each citation with tools like Zotero or Research Rabbit. ### 3. Lack of Coherence in the Methods Section AI is usually excellent in the Introduction but "poor" in the Methods if it is not given precise instructions. - **Pro Tip:** Provide the AI with your lab notes or the original protocol so that it acts only as a style editor, not as a fact generator. ## Guide to Practical Solutions | Sección | Riesgo con IA | Cómo Evitarlo | |---------|---------------|----------------| | **Introducción** | Generalities without context | Use prompts that require citing the current state of the art. | | **Métodos** | Vague or incorrect description | Supply raw data and ask for structuring, not invention. | | **Resultados** | Erroneous interpretation of data | Manually verify that the numbers in the text match the tables. | | **Discusión** | Exaggerated conclusions | Ask the AI to use cautious language (e.g. "could indicate", "it is suggested"). | ## Support Tools in Spanish - **Trinka:** Excellent for technical and academic grammar. - **QuillBot:** Useful for paraphrasing and improving text fluency in Spanish. - **Grammarly (Premium):** Although it is strong in English, its tone suggestions are valuable if you translate your work. ## Conclusion AI should not write your paper, it should assist you in editing it. The IMRaD format requires a human logic that connects each section. Use technology to polish the diamond, not to manufacture a plastic one.