Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy

At ALTRALANG Journal, we acknowledge the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic research and writing. We view these tools as valuable aids in helping researchers explore ideas, speed up discovery, analyze findings, refine language, or organize their manuscripts more effectively.

Large language models (LLMs) and Generative AI tools can significantly enhance research workflows, but they are not a substitute for human creativity, judgment, or critical thinking. Our AI policy aims to help authors, reviewers, and editors make informed and ethical decisions when using such technologies.

For Authors

AI as a Support Tool
We understand that many authors now use AI tools to refine their writing. Tools that help improve grammar, style, clarity, or structure—such as language enhancers—are considered assistive AI. These do not require formal disclosure. However, authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and scholarly integrity of their submissions.

Generative AI Use
If an AI tool is used to create any portion of content—such as drafting text, generating references, or producing images—this must be explicitly disclosed in the submission. Authors should always cite original, verifiable sources instead of referencing the AI tool itself.

If a manuscript is partially or largely generated using AI, this must be indicated during submission so the editorial team can evaluate the implications. Authors using AI in this way must:

  • Clearly state what AI tool or model was used and for what purpose (in the methodology or acknowledgements section).

  • Carefully check and verify all content generated by AI for factual accuracy, appropriate citations, and potential biases or errors.

  • Ensure that no plagiarism has occurred by cross-checking generated content with original sources.

  • Avoid fabricated citations or information and validate every claim before submission.

Important Note:
AI tools like ChatGPT should not be listed as authors. While using AI is not a reason for automatic rejection, failing to disclose its use—or using it irresponsibly (e.g., submitting false or plagiarized content)—can lead to rejection at any stage of the editorial process.

For Reviewers and Editors

The use of AI tools in editorial work raises concerns around confidentiality and intellectual property. Many LLMs learn from user input and may inadvertently reuse confidential content.

AI Assistance for Reviewers
Reviewers may use AI to help improve the clarity or structure of their review, but they are still accountable for ensuring the content is accurate, constructive, and original.

For Editors
Editors are responsible for the integrity of the journal’s content. They may use AI tools to assist with administrative tasks, such as finding potential reviewers, but must not use AI tools like ChatGPT to write editorial decisions or summaries of unpublished work.

Inappropriate or Undisclosed AI Use

If a reviewer or editor suspects that AI was used improperly or not disclosed in a submission or review, they should alert the editorial team. ALTRALANG Journal, in collaboration with its editorial board, will investigate such concerns following COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and our internal policies.

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Further information

Publishing Ethics and Misconduct

Plagiarism/Similarity Detection