Ethical use of Artificial Intelligence in Research Publications: A collective responsibility

Abstract

“Artificial intelligence is not a substitute for human
intelligence; it is a tool to amplify human creativity and
ingenuity.”— Fei-Fei Li
The rapid integration and transformation1,2 of Artificial
Intelligence (AI) such as ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained
Transformer) into medical research2 necessitates clear
guidelines to provide a framework for researchers, authors,
reviewers and editors. Through transparent reporting,
rigorous evaluation3 and a commitment to open science,
we aim to advance knowledge and innovation in AI while
upholding the highest standards of integrity, equity and
ethical conduct. This increasing use of generative AI in
academic publications necessitates timely and thoughtful
policy reforms that carefully align technological
advancements with the principles of scholarly integrity.
Journals have a central role in guiding this transition by
establishing AI policies that are transparent, enforceable,
and firmly grounded in ethical standards.