Updated Publication Ethics and Generative AI Policy

Posted on 2026-10-26

Research Integrity · 26 October 2026

Updated Publication Ethics and Generative AI Policy

AJSTR has updated its Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement in line with the COPE Core Practices. Key points:

  • Generative AI: authors may use AI to improve language but must declare it on the Title Page; AI cannot be an author or be used to create or alter data and images. Reviewers must not upload manuscripts to AI tools.
  • Similarity: all submissions are screened with iThenticate; overall similarity above 30% leads to rejection.
  • Integrity checks: the journal screens for paper-mill activity, citation manipulation and fake reviewer suggestions.
  • Editorial submissions: manuscripts by AJSTR editors are handled by an editor without a conflict and reviewed in the same way as all others.
  • Transparency: retractions, expressions of concern and corrections are listed publicly.

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