Generative AI in scientific writing refers to the use of artificial intelligence algorithms to generate scientific text or content. This could include writing research papers, reports and theses. This technology can help to automate and speed up the scientific writing process, and can even assist in generating novel ideas or perspectives.
Here we list the different policies by academic journals & communities regarding generative AI in scientific writing
IEEE
Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Generated Text The use of content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) in an article (including but not limited to text, figures, images, and code) shall be disclosed in the acknowledgments section of any article submitted to an IEEE publication. The AI system used shall be identified, and specific sections of the article that use AI-generated content shall be identified and accompanied by a brief explanation regarding the level at which the AI system was used to generate the content. The use of AI systems for editing and grammar enhancement is common practice and, as such, is generally outside the intent of the above policy. In this case, disclosure as noted above is recommended. Version of April 22 2024
https://journals.ieeeauthorcenter.ieee.org/become-an-ieee-journal-author/publishing-ethics/guidelines-and-policies/submission-and-peer-review-policies/#ai-generated-text
The submission website asks to acknowledge:
Authors understand that the use of artificial intelligence (AI)–generated text in an article shall be disclosed in the acknowledgments section of any paper submitted to an IEEE Conference or Periodical. The sections of the paper that use AI-generated text shall have a citation to the AI system used to generate the text.
ACM
Excerpt:
Can I use generative AI software tools to prepare my manuscript? Yes, the use of such tools is permitted, subject to the following requirements … If you are using generative AI software tools such as ChatGPT, Jasper, AI-Writer, Lex, or other similar tools to generate new content such as text, images, tables, code, etc. you must disclose their use in either the acknowledgements section of the Work or elsewhere in the Work prominently. The level of disclosure should be commensurate with the proportion of new text or content generated by these tools. If entire sections of a Work, including tables, graphs, images, and other content were generated by one of these tools, you should disclose which sections and which tools and tool versions you used to generate those sections by preparing an Appendix or a Supplementary Material document that describes the use, including but not limited to the specific tools and versions, the text of the prompts provided as input, and any post-generation editing (such as rephrasing the generated text). Authors should also note that the amount or type of generated text allowable may vary depending on the type of the section or paper affected. For example, using such tools to generate portions of a Related Work section is fundamentally different than generating novel results or interpretations. If the amount of text being generated is small (limited to phrases or sentences), then it would be sufficient to add a footnote to the relevant section of the submission utilizing the system(s) and include a general disclaimer in the Acknowledgements section. If you are using generative AI software tools to edit and improve the quality of your existing text in much the same way you would use a typing assistant like Grammarly to improve spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity, engagement or to use a basic word processing system to correct spelling or grammar, it is not necessary to disclose such usage of these tools in your Work. Can a generative AI tool be listed as an author? No, generative AI software tools cannot be listed as authors on ACM Works under any conditions.
Reference https://www.acm.org/publications/policies/frequently-asked-questions
Arxiv
we require authors to report in their work any significant use of sophisticated tools, we now include in particular text-to-text generative AI we remind all colleagues that by signing their name as an author of a paper, they each individually take full responsibility for all its contents, irrespective of how the contents were generated. generative AI language tools should not be listed as an author
Reference: https://info.arxiv.org/help/moderation/index.html#policy-for-authors-use-of-generative-ai-language-tools
Elsevier (Journal of Systems and Software)
Declaration of generative AI in scientific writing The below guidance only refers to the writing process, and not to the use of AI tools to analyse and draw insights from data as part of the research process. Where authors use generative artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process, authors should only use these technologies to improve readability and language. Applying the technology should be done with human oversight and control, and authors should carefully review and edit the result, as AI can generate authoritative-sounding output that can be incorrect, incomplete or biased. AI and AI-assisted technologies should not be listed as an author or co-author, or be cited as an author. Authorship implies responsibilities and tasks that can only be attributed to and performed by humans, as outlined in Elsevier’s AI policy for authors. Authors should disclose in their manuscript the use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process by following the instructions below. A statement will appear in the published work. Please note that authors are ultimately responsible and accountable for the contents of the work. Version of April 22 2024
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-systems-and-software/publish/guide-for-authors
Scientific project proposal writing and evaluation
“We do not encourage you to incorporate AI tools into your evaluation. Also, note that the confidentiality requirements of the ISF might not be fulfilled by most AI platforms. If you choose to do so, your written evaluation is still considered a reflection of YOUR PERSONAL ASSESMENT of the proposal, and we hold YOUR referee report in the highest regard.”
Israel Science Foundation (ISF)
AI in applications! There is no prohibition against you as applicant using generative AI or other tools (digital or of another type) when you draw up your application. At present, you do not need to state whether you have used AI. AI in the assessment of applications Generative AI tools (ChatGPT or similar) must not be used in the scientific assessment of the applications. The assessment is a task that must be carried out by a specialist researcher who has been recruited based on their expertise in the area.