Usage Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence Generated Content in Academic Publications

doi:10.3870/j.issn.1672-8009.2026.02.017

Abstract

Abstract: Artificial intelligence(AI)technology has been applied to various aspects of scientific activities,and artificial intelligence generated content(AIGC)has permeated the process of academic research writing.Guidelines and standards for the use of AIGC in academic writing are an unavoidable issue in the promotion of research integrity.Based on existing policy documents and relevant statements from international publishing organizations and academic journals,this article summarizes the current regulatory requirements regarding authorship,citation,disclosure,and the use of AIGC in text,figures,data,and references in academic publications.The aim is to help authors enhance their awareness and ability to use AIGC appropriately,thereby further improving the standardization of journal management.

Key words: artificial intelligence generated content, academic publications, standards

CLC Number:

GUO Jingyu. Usage Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence Generated Content in Academic Publications[J]. Journal of Medical Molecular Biology, 2026, 23(2): 229-232.

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