The journal acknowledges that the responsible and ethical use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted technologies can enhance research efficiency and support researchers in obtaining faster and more comprehensive insights. These tools may be used to assist in processes such as literature review, content organization, language and readability improvement, identification of research gaps, and idea generation.

However, AI tools must not replace the researcher’s critical thinking, academic expertise, or scientific judgment. The use of AI must always be carried out under human supervision and control.

In this context, authors submitting manuscripts to the journal are deemed to have accepted the following responsibilities:

• Carefully reviewing and verifying the accuracy, reliability, and impartiality of all AI-generated content (including checking for fabricated or incorrect references),
• Revising and adapting all materials to ensure that the manuscript reflects the authors’ original contribution, analysis, and interpretation,
• Clearly and transparently disclosing all tools and sources used in the study,
• Providing a statement specifying which AI tools were used and for what purpose, if applicable,
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy, ethical standards, and intellectual property rights by reviewing the terms and conditions of the AI tools used.

Furthermore, since authorship entails responsibilities that can only be fulfilled by humans, AI tools cannot be listed as authors or co-authors of the manuscript.