Examples
Worked examples
- Is an instance
A journal rejecting a manuscript that listed 'GPT-4' as a co-author, citing ICMJE
Counter-examples
Looks similar, but isn't
- Not an instance
A 2022 preprint that listed an AI as co-author predates the consensus and is now considered non-compliant
Editorial commentary
This is the single most cited reference point for journal policy on AI authorship. It established the consensus position that AI use is disclosed, not credited. Most major publishers and editorial associations adopted compatible policies within months.
References
- ICMJE Recommendations (May 2023 update)
- COPE Position Statement on Authorship and AI Tools (February 2023)
Also known as
ICMJE 2023 AI authorship rule
Machine-readable encodings
Use in your systems
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