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Use of Generative AI
Generative AI tools (e.g., large language models) cannot be listed as authors. Authors are fully responsible for any content produced with AI assistance.
AI Usage
Transparent use of generative AI tools is required; AI cannot be listed as an author.
Last updated: 2026-01-01 · COPE-aligned
Generative AI tools (e.g., large language models) cannot be listed as authors. Authors are fully responsible for any content produced with AI assistance.
Any use of AI in manuscript preparation, data analysis, or figure generation must be transparently disclosed in the Methods or Acknowledgements section.
AI cannot be used to fabricate data, generate fake citations, or produce images that misrepresent research findings. Such uses constitute research misconduct.