Generative Artificial Intelligence

When using Ai-generated content in your own work, it is best practice to cite your use. 

Below are a few examples of when you should cite AI-generated content:

• When using it to gather background information about a topic
• When using it to write or edit text
• When using it to clean, organize, or manipulate data

If you are ever unsure about whether you should cite your use of AI, it is always better to be transparent and cite your use!

Additionally, when citing generative AI, make sure you:

• Check with your instructor to ensure that your use of AI is appropriate for your coursework (for class assignments)
• Read the publisher's policies on AI use in research-related submissions (for research publications)
• Thoroughly evaluate any information or sources provided to you by the AI tool
• Transparently cite and acknowledge your AI use accurately

Below are direct links to the AI citation policies of commonly used citation styles:

Many publishers have created generative-AI policies that researchers should follow when submitting work for publication. If you have used generative AI in your work and are planning to submit it for publication consideration, you should make sure to consult these policies on how to properly cite or acknowledge your AI use. Below are a few example policies from publishers:

• Elsevier: Generative AI policies for journals
• Nature: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Taylor & Francis: AI Policy
• Sage: Assistant and generative AI guidelines for authors
• IEEE: Author Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Generated Text