AI in biomedical science: innovations, challenges, and ethical perspectives

Artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly influences biomedical scientific writing and clinical practice. The recent article by Fornalik et al. (Explor Digit Health Technol. 2024;2:235–48. doi: 10.37349/edht.2024.00024) explores AI’s capabilities, challenges, and ethical considerations in scientific communication, particularly highlighting tools like ChatGPT and Penelope.ai. This commentary aims to reflect on and expand the key themes presented by Fornalik et al. (Explor Digit Health Technol. 2024;2:235–48. doi: 10.37349/edht.2024.00024), emphasizing AI’s role in auditory healthcare, particularly in otolaryngology and auditory rehabilitation. The discussion is based on a critical review and synthesis of recent literature on AI applications in scientific writing and auditory healthcare. Key technologies such as generative AI platforms, machine learning algorithms, and mobile-based auditory training systems are highlighted. AI has shown promising results in enhancing manuscript preparation, literature synthesis, and peer review workflows. In clinical practice, adaptive AI models have improved cochlear implant programming, leading to up to 30% gains in speech perception accuracy. Mobile apps and telehealth platforms using AI have also improved listening effort, communication confidence, and access to care in remote settings. However, limitations include data privacy concerns, lack of population diversity in datasets, and the need for clinician oversight. AI presents transformative opportunities across biomedical science and healthcare. To ensure its responsible use, interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians, researchers, ethicists, and technologists is essential. Such collaboration can help develop ethical frameworks that enhance innovation while safeguarding patient well-being and scientific integrity.