Generative AI Policy
This policy sets out how authors, editors, and reviewers may use generative AI tools (e.g. large language models and image generators).
Disclose
Authors
May use AI only to improve language and readability, under human oversight. Every use is declared, naming the tool and purpose. AI cannot be an author. Generating or altering data, images, or results with AI is not allowed unless it is part of the described method.
Limit
Editors
Must not upload manuscripts to AI tools or use them to make decisions. Automated tools are limited to technical checks such as similarity and reference formatting.
Prohibited
Reviewers
Must not use AI to evaluate manuscripts or write reports, and must not upload any part of a manuscript to an AI service.
Declaration wording
During the preparation of this work the authors used [tool, version] to [purpose]. The authors reviewed and edited the content and take full responsibility for it.
