Publishers’ and journals’ instructions to authors on use of generative artificial intelligence in academic and scientific publishing: bibliometric analysis

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• The aim is to evaluate existing guidelines from publishers and journals regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) by authors.
• Conducted a bibliometric analysis of guidelines provided by various publishers and journals.
• Examined the differences in allowable uses of GAI and disclosure requirements.
• Identified the lack of standardization among publishers and journals.
• Found significant variability in GAI guidelines among publishers, leading to confusion for authors.
• Highlighted the potential impact of these discrepancies on scientific integrity and publishing standards.
• Emphasized the necessity for standardized guidelines to enhance clarity and effectiveness.