AI Policy at a Glance
IEEE requires disclosure of all AI-generated content (text, figures, images, code) in the Acknowledgements. Grammar and editing AI use is recommended but not required to disclose. The policy covers biomedical engineering journals such as IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering.
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
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
AllowedDisclosure Guidance
Most AI policies require disclosure of AI use in your submission.
Requirements (Where to Disclose)
Authors must disclose all AI-generated content (text, figures, images, code) in the Acknowledgements section. The AI system used must be identified, and sections using AI-generated content must be identified with a brief explanation.
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
Required by policyGeneric template — this publisher may have specific formatting requirements. Check the disclosure requirements above.
Methods section
AI-assisted tools were used for [specify use, e.g., data analysis/statistical processing/code generation]. All AI outputs were independently verified by the research team. Raw data and analysis scripts are available at [repository].
Additional Policy Details
Peer Review Restrictions
Reviewers must not use AI tools to review confidential manuscripts.
Exemptions
AI for editing and grammar enhancement is generally outside the intent of the policy; disclosure is not required but recommended.
Enforcement
IEEE policy requires disclosure for all AI-generated content including figures, images, and code. There is no outright prohibition on AI-generated images — disclosure is required.
Source & Verification
Policy last updated
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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