Policy on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The journal's editorial policy regarding generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) aims to ensure transparency and uphold the ethical standards of scientific publishing. Authors are permitted to use AI tools exclusively for technical text enhancement, such as grammar correction or improving readability, provided there is full human oversight and mandatory disclosure of such use. It is strictly prohibited to list AI as an author or co-author, as responsibility for content, originality, and the absence of plagiarism rests solely with human authors. The use of AI to create or edit images and illustrations is forbidden, except when it is an integral part of the research methodology and is explicitly described within the text. Simultaneously, reviewers and editors are bound by strict confidentiality: uploading manuscripts or their fragments into AI systems is prohibited to protect intellectual property and private data. The peer review and editorial decision-making processes must be conducted exclusively by humans, as critical evaluation and scholarly integrity cannot be delegated to algorithms. Any violation of these rules, including undisclosed AI use or breaches of confidentiality, may result in the rejection of the submission or the retraction of the published work.