AI & Research Integrity Policy

Comparative Philosophy and Religious Traditions (CPRT) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity in an evolving technological landscape.

The journal recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including large language models (LLMs), may assist researchers in certain aspects of scholarly work. At the same time, the journal affirms that authors bear full responsibility for the originality, accuracy, and integrity of their research.

1. Authorship and Accountability

AI tools, including generative AI systems, cannot be listed as authors or co-authors.

Authorship implies:

• Intellectual responsibility
• Accountability for content
• Ability to respond to scholarly critique
• Responsibility for ethical compliance

These responsibilities can only be assumed by human authors. All listed authors are fully responsible for the entire content of the manuscript, including any portions assisted by AI tools.

2. Permitted Uses of AI

Authors may use AI tools for limited purposes such as:

• Language editing
• Grammar correction
• Structural suggestions
• Summarizing publicly available information
• Generating preliminary outlines

Such use must not replace:

• Original intellectual contribution
• Conceptual analysis
• Comparative argumentation
• Independent scholarly judgment

AI tools must not generate substantive philosophical arguments or original research claims without critical human evaluation and revision.

3. Mandatory Disclosure

If AI tools are used in manuscript preparation, authors must disclose this in a dedicated statement at the time of submission.

Failure to disclose material AI involvement may be considered a breach of research integrity.

5. Accuracy and Verification

Authors are responsible for verifying:

• The accuracy of all citations
• The authenticity of referenced works
• The validity of factual claims
• The coherence and originality of arguments

AI tools may generate inaccurate or fabricated references. Authors must independently verify all sources prior to submission.

6. Research Integrity in Humanities Scholarship

In fields such as comparative philosophy and religious traditions, intellectual integrity requires:

• Careful textual interpretation
• Accurate representation of philosophical traditions
• Cultural and historical sensitivity
• Transparent methodological reasoning

The use of AI must not undermine these scholarly standards.

7. Editorial Oversight

The editorial team reserves the right to:

• Request clarification regarding AI use
• Investigate suspected misuse
• Apply corrective measures where necessary

Concerns regarding AI misuse will be handled in accordance with the journal’s Publication Ethics policy.