Policy on the use of artificial intelligence
At Ámbitos. Revista Internacional de Comunicación, part of the Editorial of the University of Seville, we are committed to scientific integrity and transparency in the use of artificial intelligence (AI). This policy sets clear guidelines regarding the proper use of AI tools for authors, reviewers, and editors.
General Principles
In line with COPE guidelines and best practices in the scientific community:
- AI tools cannot be considered authors, as they are unable to assume responsibility for scientific content.
- AI tools cannot independently manage conflicts of interest, copyright matters, or ethical decision-making.
Use of AI by Authors
Declaration of Use
Authors must explicitly state the use of any AI tool in drafting or analyzing their manuscripts. They should specify the software used, the functions performed, and the specific sections of the manuscript where AI was employed.
Responsibility for Originality
Authors bear full responsibility for ensuring the originality of any AI-generated or AI-assisted content. Such content must not infringe on third-party rights or involve plagiarism.
Review of AI-Assisted Content
Authors must carefully review and verify all AI-generated content to avoid biases, errors, or inaccuracies.
Use of AI in Peer Review
Declaration of AI Use by Reviewers
If reviewers utilize AI to assist in manuscript evaluation, they must disclose its use. AI can serve as a supplementary tool, but the final assessment and critical judgment must be made by the reviewer.
Manuscript Evaluation
AI should not replace the reviewer’s responsibility in scientific evaluation. The peer review process must be predominantly human-driven, with AI playing only a supporting role.
Use of AI by the Editorial Team
The editorial team may use AI tools for administrative and editing tasks, such as manuscript formatting or plagiarism detection. However, all AI-assisted processes must undergo rigorous human supervision to ensure quality and consistency.
Ethical Considerations in AI Use
The use of AI must never result in data manipulation, plagiarism, or intellectual property violations. Any misuse of AI—whether intentional or accidental—will be addressed following COPE guidelines and the ethical standards of the publisher.
Policy Evaluation and Updates
This policy will be periodically reviewed to align with technological advancements in AI and evolving best practices in scientific publishing.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with this policy may result in manuscript rejection, withdrawal, or future submission bans, following the procedures established by the University of Seville Press.
