Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

Authors who use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated systems in the preparation of their manuscripts must disclose such use in the manuscript. AI tools may not be listed as authors and may not be cited as sources. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their work.

Editors and reviewers are prohibited from using generative AI tools to create substantive peer review reports or editorial decisions due to risks to confidentiality, bias, and integrity. Limited use of automated tools for language editing or formatting is permitted if appropriately disclosed. All automated tools used by the journal are subject to human oversight.