AI Policy at a Glance
AI allowed with disclosure for text and images. Must disclose in Acknowledgments and Methods including tool name, version, model, and source. Data-specific AI policy is not explicitly addressed.
Text
Writing or editing manuscript text with AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot)
Images
Creating or modifying figures, illustrations, or photos using AI
Data
Using AI to assist with data analysis, computational methods, or code
Policy language is ambiguous. Treat as restricted — contact the editorial office to confirm.
Disclosure required
This publisher requires you to disclose AI use. See the requirements below for where and how.
Detailed Policy Findings
AI TEXT / WRITING
AllowedAI IMAGES / FIGURES
AllowedAI 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)
Must disclose in Acknowledgments and Methods: AI tool name, version, model used, and source.
From the Source Policy
Template Language
This is sample language only. Always review the publisher’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
AI-assisted tools (including [specify tool, e.g., ChatGPT]) were used in the preparation of this manuscript for [specify purpose, e.g., language editing/drafting/summarization]. All AI-generated content was reviewed and verified by the authors. The authors take full responsibility for the integrity of the work.
AI Images
Required by policyGeneric template — this publisher may have specific formatting requirements. Check the disclosure requirements above.
Methods section
Figure [N] [or: Figures X–Y] was generated with the assistance of AI tools ([specify tool, e.g., BioRender/DALL-E/Midjourney]). The figure has been reviewed and approved by all authors.
Figure caption
Generated with AI assistance ([tool name]). Reviewed and approved by the authors.
AI Data
No policyNo explicit policy for this category.
Additional Policy Details
Peer Review Restrictions
Not explicitly addressed.
Exemptions
No specific exemptions noted.
Enforcement
Publisher-level guidance applies across all journals.
Source & Verification
Policy last updated
Not published on policy page
Policy checked on
March 25, 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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