AI Policy at a Glance
BioMed Central follows Springer Nature's AI policy. AI-assisted text is allowed with disclosure in Methods. AI-generated images are not permitted (with limited exceptions for licensed/verified sources). Data-specific AI guidance is unclear.
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
AI TEXT / WRITING
AllowedAI IMAGES / FIGURES
RestrictedAI 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)
Authors must declare use of AI/AI-assisted technologies in manuscript preparation in a dedicated statement. The AI tool used, how it was used, and which sections it was applied to must be described.
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
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
Peer reviewers are asked not to use AI tools to review confidential manuscripts.
Exemptions
Basic grammar and spell-check tools are not subject to this requirement.
Enforcement
Follows Springer Nature group policy. AI-generated images are not permitted (with limited exceptions). Data-specific AI policy is not explicitly stated.
Source & Verification
Policy last updated
Not published on policy page
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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