Generative AI Policy for Academic Writing

Purpose

This policy provides guidance on the responsible use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in academic writing for Wasit Journal of Engineering Sciences.

Permitted Use

Authors may use AI tools to:

  • Support research and writing tasks
  • Improve language and readability
  • Organize content
  • Synthesize literature and identify research gaps

Core Principles

  • Human Oversight Required: AI tools must never replace human critical thinking or expertise
  • Author Accountability: Authors remain fully responsible for all content
  • Privacy Protection: Ensure AI tools maintain confidentiality of your data

Key Requirements

  1. Disclosure: Must declare AI tool use in a statement before references
  2. Verification: Check all AI-generated content for accuracy and bias
  3. Originality: Ensure final work represents your authentic contribution
  4. Terms Review: Verify AI tool terms don't restrict publication rights

Prohibited Uses

  • AI cannot be listed as author or co-author
  • AI tools cannot create or alter figures/images (except for research design purposes)
  • AI cannot generate artwork for covers or graphical abstracts

Special Cases

AI-assisted imaging in research design is permitted only if:

  • Properly described in methods section
  • Includes tool details (name, version, manufacturer)
  • Follows specific usage policies

Our Commitment

Wasit Journal of Engineering Sciences integrates AI technologies ethically with human oversight to enhance academic publishing while maintaining quality and responsibility standards.