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Google’s Gemini Chat and NotebookLM tools now available to campus

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OIT is pleased to announce that two AI-powered tools from Google are now available for campus users. NotebookLM, an innovative AI-powered research and learning tool, and Gemini Chat, Google’s browser-accessible large learning model (LLM), are now available for use with CU Boulder accounts.
 

What is NotebookLM?

NotebookLM is Google's AI-powered tool designed to help researchers, students, and faculty work with complex information more effectively. It allows users to upload documents, ask questions, generate summaries, and explore connections within their source materials through an intuitive interface powered by Google's advanced language models.
 

What is Gemini Chat?

Gemini Chat is a conversational AI tool similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot Chat, that enables natural language interactions for a wide range of applications, can assist with queries, generate ideas, and provide explanations, making it an excellent resource for both academic and administrative tasks. The Gemini App has access to tools such as Gemini 2.0 Flash, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Deep Research.
 

Availability and Access

Faculty, staff and students can access both tools using their standard university Google accounts. Simply visit the NotebookLM or Gemini App website and log in with your IdentiKeyUsername@colorado.edu and IdentiKey password to begin exploring these powerful tools.
 

Important Usage Guidelines

Please note the following important information regarding these new tools:

  • Data Security Requirements: NotebookLM and Gemini Chat are both approved for use with public data only. University policy strictly prohibits uploading confidential or highly confidential information to these tools. Please exercise appropriate judgment when selecting materials to upload.
     

Learn More

For additional information about NotebookLM and Gemini Chat and how to use them effectively:

We're excited to offer these cutting-edge tools to our academic community and look forward to seeing the innovative ways you'll put it to use in your research and learning activities.