Social Science Research Council Research AMP Just Tech
Citation

Proprietary LLMs impede scientific transparency and reproducibility

Author:
McLoughlin, Killian L.; Palmer, Alexis; Matias, J. Nathan; Crockett, M. J.
Publication:
Nature Reviews Psychology
Year:
2026

Large language models are rapidly transforming the methods of psychological research, but the use of proprietary models poses risks to transparency and reproducibility. Prioritizing open models and standardizing reporting practices can ensure these tools support — rather than undermine — scientific progress.