AI Policy at a Glance
Most restrictive on text: AI should NOT generate first drafts or outlines. AI may be used to improve readability and query completeness. All AI use must be disclosed in Acknowledgments. Articles are screened with AI detection tools.
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.
Review before using
AI use is permitted only in certain contexts. Review the conditions above or contact the journal to confirm before submitting.
Detailed Policy Findings
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Disclosure Guidance
Most AI policies require disclosure of AI use in your submission.
Requirements (Where to Disclose)
AI should NOT replace expert authors in initial generation of outlines and first drafts. AI may be used to query completeness and improve readability. All AI use must be noted in the Acknowledgments section and where pertinent (e.g., figure captions). Authors must fact-check all AI outputs.
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
RestrictedAI-assisted text is permitted only in specific cases. Contact the editorial office.
AI Images
RestrictedAI-assisted images are permitted only in specific cases. Contact the editorial office.
AI Data
No policyNo explicit policy for this category.
Additional Policy Details
Peer Review Restrictions
Not explicitly addressed.
Exemptions
No specific exemptions noted.
Enforcement
Annual Reviews evaluates every submitted article with an AI-generated text detection tool and will investigate significant unacknowledged AI use.
Source & Verification
Policy last updated
Not published on policy page
Policy checked on
April 6, 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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