Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies Policy

Scope and Basic Principles

In today’s digital era, the use of technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted tools, is increasingly common in academic writing. However, the use of AI must comply with strict ethical standards to maintain research integrity, academic rigor, and transparency.

• Human Accountability: AI tools cannot be listed as an author or co-author. Authorship implies responsibilities that only humans can fulfill.
• Intellectual Ownership: AI can only be used to improve readability/language quality. It must not replace human input, write core concepts, or draw scientific conclusions.

Permissible Uses of AI

Authors may use AI strictly under these conditions:

• Language Editing: To refine grammar and structure for clarity. Authors must review/edit output for errors or bias.
• Literature Search: To identify references, provided authors independently verify accuracy and authenticity.

Prohibited Uses of AI

AI is strictly prohibited for:

• Data Generation and Analysis: Creating, manipulating, or analyzing raw data/images.
• Core Drafting: Writing substantial portions of text, literature reviews, or developing arguments.
• Automated Decision-Making: Research design, methodology, and interpretation remain fully the author's responsibility.

Transparency and Declaration

Authors must be fully transparent:

• Dedicated Section: Add a section titled "Declaration of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies" before References.
• Details: State the tool used, processed parts, and prompts/methods applied.