Generative AI Policy

Generative AI Policy - Zibeline International Publishing
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
Zibeline International Publishing
Zibeline International Publishing is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, originality, and ethical practices. In response to the increasing integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in academic workflows, this policy outlines the acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI tools for authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication process.
For Authors
Permitted Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Language and Readability

AI tools may be employed for grammar correction, language refinement, and stylistic adjustments. Authors remain responsible for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of any changes.

Illustrative Examples

Authors can include examples generated by AI for explanatory or illustrative purposes, provided these examples are clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Data Analysis Support

AI tools may support data analysis conducted through traditional research methods, but the methodology must include a detailed description of the tools, parameters, and rationale for their use.

Prohibited Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Authorship and Content Creation

Authors must not use AI tools to generate substantive content for manuscripts, including sections like abstracts, literature reviews, methodologies, results, or conclusions. Intellectual contributions must be entirely the work of the authors.

Data Generation

AI tools cannot be used to fabricate or simulate data, statistical analyses, or findings. All reported data must originate from authentic and verifiable research.

Image Creation

Images, figures, or visualizations generated by AI are not permitted due to concerns about authenticity and ethical compliance.

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Disclosure Requirement

Authors must disclose any use of AI tools in their manuscript. A disclosure statement should be included in the Acknowledgments section, specifying the tools used and their purpose (e.g., "This manuscript was proofread using [AI Tool Name] for grammar and clarity improvement.").
For Reviewers
Permitted Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Review Preparation

  • Refining language, grammar, or formatting for clarity and readability
  • Verifying references or basic information related to the manuscript content
Prohibited Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Content Evaluation

Reviewers must not use AI tools to evaluate the intellectual content of the manuscript or to generate substantive parts of their review. The evaluation must be entirely their own.

Confidentiality Breach

Reviewers must avoid disclosing manuscript content to AI tools, ensuring the confidentiality of the review process.

Reviewer Responsibilities

  • Identify and report potential misuse of AI tools by authors (such as AI-generated content or fabricated data) and alert the editorial team.
  • Uphold confidentiality throughout the review process.
For Editors
Permitted Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Administrative Tasks

  • Streamlining workflows or tracking manuscript progress
  • Enhancing communication clarity in editorial decisions or reviewer invitations
Prohibited Uses of Artificial Intelligence

Editorial Decisions

Editors must not use AI tools to make substantive editorial decisions or to evaluate the intellectual merit of a manuscript.

Automated Content Generation

AI tools cannot be used to generate content for editorial letters or correspondence without human oversight and validation.

Editorial Responsibilities

  • Verifying that authors disclose any use of AI tools and address inconsistencies or ethical concerns
  • Ensuring the peer review process remains rigorous and free from AI-generated biases
  • Providing reviewers with guidance on AI-related ethical standards and monitoring adherence to the journal's policies
Ethical Considerations for All Parties:
AI tools can generate plausible sounding but incorrect or fabricated information, often referred to as "AI hallucination." All parties involved in the publication process—authors, reviewers, and editors—must ensure the accuracy and validity of any content influenced by AI. Additionally, the use of AI must comply with ethical standards, including respect for data privacy, informed consent, and bias mitigation.
Consequences of Non-Compliance

For Authors

Manuscript rejection or retraction of published articles

For Reviewers

Removal from the reviewer pool for violating confidentiality or misusing AI tools

For Editors

Investigation and corrective actions for misusing AI tools or failing to enforce the policy
Commitment to Ethical AI Use

Zibeline International Publishing is committed to promoting ethical and responsible AI use in academic publishing. By adhering to this policy, all participants in the publication process contribute to maintaining the integrity, rigor, and trustworthiness of scholarly research.

For more details about the use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in scientific writing, you can find additional information at Elsevier's AI Policies.
For further inquiries or clarification, please contact the editorial office at info@zibelineub.com.