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AIBearisharXiv – CS AI · Apr 137/10

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Artificial intelligence can persuade people to take political actions

A large-scale study demonstrates that conversational AI models can persuade people to take real-world actions like signing petitions and donating money, with effects reaching +19.7 percentage points on petition signing. Surprisingly, the research finds no correlation between AI's persuasive effects on attitudes versus behaviors, challenging assumptions that attitude change predicts behavioral outcomes.

AINeutralarXiv – CS AI · Feb 277/107

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"I think this is fair": Uncovering the Complexities of Stakeholder Decision-Making in AI Fairness Assessment

A qualitative study with 26 non-AI expert stakeholders reveals that everyday users assess AI fairness more comprehensively than AI experts, considering broader features beyond legally protected categories and setting stricter fairness thresholds. The research highlights the importance of incorporating stakeholder perspectives in AI governance and fairness assessment processes.

AINeutralarXiv – CS AI · Feb 277/106

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Echoes of AI: Investigating the Downstream Effects of AI Assistants on Software Maintainability

A controlled study of 151 professional developers found that AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot provide significant productivity gains (30.7% faster completion) but don't impact code maintainability when other developers later modify the code. The research suggests AI-assisted code is neither easier nor harder for subsequent developers to work with.

AIBearisharXiv – CS AI · Mar 176/10

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I'm Not Reading All of That: Understanding Software Engineers' Level of Cognitive Engagement with Agentic Coding Assistants

A research study reveals that software engineers' cognitive engagement consistently declines when working with agentic AI coding assistants, raising concerns about over-reliance and reduced critical thinking. The study found that current AI assistants provide limited support for reflection and verification, identifying design opportunities to promote deeper thinking in AI-assisted programming.

AIBullisharXiv – CS AI · Feb 275/107

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Addressing Climate Action Misperceptions with Generative AI

A study of 1,201 climate-concerned individuals found that personalized AI conversations using climate-equipped large language models significantly improved understanding of climate action impacts and increased intentions to adopt high-impact behaviors. The personalized climate LLM outperformed web searches, unspecialized LLMs, and control groups in motivating behavior change through tailored guidance.