Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Usage Policy

Transparency, Ethics, and Responsibility in Scientific Research

1. Purpose of the Policy

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the use of Generative AI technologies (such as ChatGPT, OpenAI, and others) is transparent, ethical, and responsible in the preparation, review, and publication of research in the Journal of At-Tadwin. We aim to foster advancement in academic research while preserving the integrity and credibility of the scientific publishing process.

2. Use of AI in Research Preparation

Authors may use AI tools to assist in specific stages such as:

• Relevant Resources: Assisting in identifying key topics or suggesting potential scholarly sources.
• Language Enhancement: Correcting grammar, improving sentence structure, or ensuring stylistic consistency.
• Idea Generation: Brainstorming and exploring research models or hypotheses.

Mandatory Disclosure: Authors must disclose any AI-generated content (text, data analysis, or images) in accordance with the journal's approved disclosure templates.

3. Ethical Considerations and Responsible Use

• Transparency: Explicit disclosure of used AI tools is mandatory.
• Data Privacy: Any data processing via AI tools must comply with ethical standards and data protection laws.
• Originality: AI must enhance the author's original thought, not replace it. AI tools cannot be listed as an "author" of the research.

4. Prohibited Uses of Generative AI

The use of AI tools is strictly prohibited in the following cases:

• Falsifying data, results, or bibliographic references.
• Producing misleading or false research conclusions.
• Generating content that violates copyright laws or ethical research standards.

Any violation of these prohibitions will subject the research to automatic rejection or retraction, with the possibility of administrative penalties.

5. Sample Disclosure Statement

Authors are required to include a statement in their research. Example: