AI as a Collaborator
We are not in a world where AI may be one of our collaborators, though it is a tool that will become more relevant. Here are some guidelines for AI:
A. Disclosure Requirements
- All AI tool usage must be documented and disclosed in manuscripts
- Include specific versions/models of AI tools used
- Detail the extent and nature of AI assistance
- Document verification methods for AI-generated content
B. Appropriate Usage Areas 
- Writing assistance and drafting
- Data analysis and visualization
- Literature review support
- Statistical analysis
- Code generation
- Dataset processing
C. Documentation Requirements
Authors must maintain:
- AI usage logs with dates and specific contributions
- Verification records
- Human oversight documentation
- Quality control measures
D. Attribution Location
- Methods section: For substantial methodological contributions
- Acknowledgments section: For writing assistance and general support
- Author contributions statement: Specify AI-assisted tasks
Digital Collaboration and Remote Research
- Document virtual collaboration methods
- Maintain digital audit trails
- Establish clear communication protocols
- Define remote contribution metrics
