The Kirkuk University Journal for Agricultural Sciences (KUJAS) acknowledges the growing use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in scholarly publishing. This policy ensures transparency, accountability, and research integrity.
Use by Authors
Authors may use GenAI tools for language editing or formatting assistance only.
GenAI tools must not be listed as authors.
Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their work.
Any use of GenAI must be clearly disclosed in the manuscript.
Restrictions
GenAI must not be used to generate scientific data, results, or conclusions without proper validation.
Any form of fabrication or manipulation using AI tools is prohibited.
Reviewers and Editors
Reviewers must not upload manuscripts to AI tools.
Editors may use AI tools for support but must ensure decisions are independent.
Non-compliance may result in rejection or retraction.
