AAAS / Science
~20 journals under this publisher
AI Policy at a Glance
AI-assisted text allowed with detailed disclosure including full prompts. AI-generated images and multimedia are prohibited without explicit editor permission. AI tools cannot be authors or coauthors, nor can cited sources be AI-authored.
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
Mixed policy — review each category
This publisher's policy varies by category. Some AI uses are permitted while others are restricted. Review the breakdown above and verify specifics with the journal before submitting.
Detailed Policy Findings
General Policy Language
Applies to all categoriesAI TEXT / WRITING
AllowedNo specific policy language found for this category. Consult the source policy directly.
AI IMAGES / FIGURES
ProhibitedNo specific policy language found for this category. Consult the source policy directly.
AI DATA ANALYSIS
AllowedNo 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 AI use in cover letter AND in methods or acknowledgments section. Include full prompts used, AI tool name, version, and manufacturer.
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
ProhibitedAI-generated images are not permitted by this policy.
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 may not enter any part of the manuscript into an LLM or other AI tool. Reviewers may use AI tools to revise their own review writing, provided the system does not save inputs and such use is transparently declared.
Exemptions
No specific exemptions mentioned.
Enforcement
AI-generated images and multimedia not permitted without explicit editor permission. Exceptions evaluated case-by-case for papers specifically about AI/ML.
Source & Verification
Policy checked on
March 25, 2026
Policy data may be outdated — verify against the source before submitting.
Advanced Devices & Instrumentation
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Biomaterials Research
Biomaterials
BME Frontiers
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Cancer Communications
Oncology
Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal
Biotechnology
Computational and Structural Biotechnology Reports
Biotechnology
Cyborg and Bionic Systems
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ecosystem Health and Sustainability
Health Sciences
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