Declaration of Generative AI Sources

Authors must declare the use of generative AI or AI-assisted technologies in the writing process at the time of manuscript submission. This policy applies only to the use of such tools for scientific writing and does not refer to the use of AI for data analysis, data processing, coding, image analysis, or other research-related activities, which must be reported separately where relevant.

Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies may be used only to support readability, language quality, or presentation of the manuscript. Their use must remain under human oversight and control. Authors are expected to carefully review, verify, and edit any AI-generated or AI-assisted output, as such tools may produce inaccurate, incomplete, misleading, or biased content. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the manuscript.

AI tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors. Authorship requires accountability and intellectual contribution that can only be attributed to human authors.

Declaration Requirement

If generative AI or AI-assisted technologies are used, authors must include a declaration in the manuscript at the time of first submission. The declaration must appear in a separate section before the references list under the heading:

“Declaration of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies in the Writing Process”

The statement may follow this format:

During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [NAME OF TOOL / SERVICE] for [REASON]. After using this tool/service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take full responsibility for the content of the manuscript.

The declaration is not required for basic editorial tools that do not generate content, such as spelling checkers, grammar checkers, or reference management software.

Use of AI in Peer Review and Editorial Process

To protect author rights, manuscript confidentiality, and the integrity of peer review, JEESE does not permit reviewers or editors to upload submitted manuscripts, reviewer reports, or editorial communications into generative AI tools or AI-assisted systems (such as ChatGPT or similar platforms) during the review and editorial process, unless explicitly authorized under secure and compliant conditions.

Policy Updates

JEESE may review and update this policy periodically in response to developments in scholarly publishing, research integrity standards, and responsible AI governance.