National Science Foundation (NSF)
AI Policy at a Glance
Disclosure-focused, not prohibitive. Encourages indicating AI use in project descriptions. Reviewers prohibited from uploading proposals to AI tools.
Text
Using AI to write or edit grant narrative, aims, or descriptions
Images
Using AI to generate or modify figures, diagrams, or illustrations in the application
Policy language is ambiguous. Treat as restricted — contact the editorial office to confirm.
Data
Using AI to assist with data analysis, code, or computational methods in the grant
Policy language is ambiguous. Treat as restricted — contact the editorial office to confirm.
Disclosure required
This funder requires you to disclose AI use. See the requirements below for where and how.
Detailed Policy Findings
AI TEXT / WRITING
AllowedAI IMAGES / FIGURES
UnclearNo specific policy language found for this category. Consult the source policy directly.
AI DATA ANALYSIS
UnclearNo specific policy language found for this category. Consult the source policy directly.
Disclosure Guidance
Most AI policies require disclosure of AI use in your submission.
Requirements (Where to Disclose)
Encourages indicating AI use in project descriptions. Disclosure-focused, not prohibitive.
From the Source Policy
Template Language
This is sample language only. Always review the funder’s specific disclosure requirements before submitting. Requirements vary and may change. BioRender is actively developing an automated disclosure workflow that will provide clarity to publishers on exactly how AI was used, if at all, on its platform and the degree to which it is copyright safe.
AI Text
Required by policyGeneric template — this publisher may have specific formatting requirements. Check the disclosure requirements above.
Methods section
Generative AI tools were used in the preparation of this application for [specify purpose, e.g., editing grant narrative]. All content was reviewed and verified by the PI and co-investigators. The authors take full responsibility for the accuracy of all claims made herein.
AI Images
No policyNo explicit policy for this category.
AI Data
No policyNo explicit policy for this category.
Additional Policy Details
Peer Review Restrictions
Reviewers prohibited from uploading proposal content to AI tools.
Exemptions
No specific exemptions noted.
Enforcement
Disclosure-focused approach rather than prohibition.
Source & Verification
Policy last updated
December 2023 (modified March 2026)
Policy checked on
April 1, 2026
Policies are verified periodically but may change without notice. This tool does not constitute legal advice. Always confirm with the original policy page before submitting.
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