AI Use in Manuscript Preparation Policy

"Frontiers in Healthcare Research" acknowledges the significant role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in research enhancement. We are committed to ethical AI use in manuscript preparation, as per the guidelines from WAME and COPE.

1. Full Disclosure of AI Tools: Authors must disclose the use of AI in their research, detailing its involvement in the manuscript preparation process within a dedicated section of the manuscript.
2. Detailed AI Contributions: An in-depth account of AI's contributions must be provided, specifying tasks performed by AI and those by human authors for transparency.
3. Author Accountability: Authors are responsible for the integrity and accuracy of all AI-generated content, ensuring it adheres to academic standards.
4. Ethical AI Research Practices: AI should be employed in compliance with ethical research guidelines, upholding data integrity and intellectual property rights.
5. Declaration of AI in Peer Review: Reviewers using AI tools must declare such usage, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the review process.
6. Human Validation of AI Content: Human authors must validate AI contributions, maintaining oversight and ensuring content meets publication standards.
7. Transparent Correction Protocols: Procedures for correcting AI-generated errors in published articles will be clear and accessible, maintaining the integrity of the academic record.

Our policy aims to integrate AI advantages while preserving scholarly integrity and transparency.