Generally, no. Most licensed library resources (such as academic journals, ebooks, and databases) are protected by copyright, and their use is governed by license agreements that restrict redistribution, reproduction, or automated processing, including uploading to AI models.

The Library enters into agreements with publishers and vendors and is obligated to ensure that the terms of these agreements are upheld. Always review the copyright or terms of use statements associated with a resource to ensure compliance.

How can I tell if it is a licensed resource?

If you're prompted to sign in with your SAE credentials to access a resource, and it does not clearly indicate a Creative Commons license, you should assume it is governed by a license agreement.

What material can I use in a Generative AI tool? 

You can use content that is:

• Openly licensed (e.g., under a Creative Commons license)

• In the public domain

According to the Creative Commons FAQs on AI and CC Licenses, if a CC-licensed work is used with a new or emerging technology (such as AI), and if copyright permission is needed, the license allows that use without the need to seek permission from the copyright owner - as long as you comply with the license terms. Please note, the use of the outputs from the AI application will be restricted by the terms and conditions of the CC licence (e.g., you must not share any Gen AI outputs produced from material uploaded with a No-Derivatives (ND) component in the licence).

Read the official Creative Commons guidance for up-to-date information.

Best Practices

• Check license terms or contact the Library for advice before using library materials in AI projects.
• Avoid using entire works or large datasets unless explicitly permitted.
• When in doubt, seek permission from the copyright holder or use openly licensed or public domain materials.