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In the wake of the proliferation of AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) since the introduction of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in 2022, Emerald Publishing has taken a definitive stance on their role in academic content creation and the peer review process.

Emerald’s position, articulated in a statement released in February 2023, underscores a commitment to transparency and integrity in scholarly publishing. The crux of the stance revolves around the accountability and responsibility inherent in authorship. As AI tools cannot assume ownership of the work they generate, they cannot be credited as authors of any publication within Emerald’s purview.

Authors intending to use generative AI tools in their work are obligated to disclose this practice within the article, case study, or chapter at the time of submission. This transparency ensures that readers are informed of the methods employed in content creation.

Furthermore, Emerald has refined its policies concerning the involvement of AI tools in the peer review process. To uphold the integrity of scholarly evaluation, Emerald prohibits the use of AI tools or LLMs by editorial team members or reviewers in the assessment or decision-making stages of any submission.

Moreover, Emerald reiterates its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of academic rigor by forbidding the use of AI tools for copywriting or content creation within its publications. However, authors may employ such tools for copy-editing purposes, provided that the original content remains the author’s responsibility.

In alignment with these principles, Emerald does not accept submissions featuring images generated by AI tools or large-scale generative models.

While acknowledging the potential benefits of AI tools in editorial workflows, Emerald remains vigilant in ensuring that their usage does not compromise the fundamental tenets of scholarly publishing. The publisher pledges to monitor advancements in the field and adapt its policies accordingly, underscoring a commitment to delivering trusted academic content of the highest quality.

Emerald Publishing’s stance on AI tools reflects a dedication to upholding academic integrity and fostering transparent practices for authors and readers alike. As the landscape of AI continues to evolve, Emerald remains steadfast in its mission to maintain the integrity and trustworthiness of scholarly communication.