Düzce Divinity Journal Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
This policy has been established for the use of generative AI tools by authors, editors, and reviewers as outlined below.

A. PRINCIPLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR AUTHORS IN USING GENERATIVE AI

1. Authorship and Responsibility

Generative AI tools should never be listed as an author or co-author under any circumstances.

Authors bear full responsibility for the content, accuracy, and originality of their manuscripts.

The use of AI tools does not exempt authors from their scientific and ethical obligations.

2. Transparency and Disclosure

Any use of AI tools must be explicitly disclosed in the manuscript.

This disclosure should appear in the "Methodology" or "Acknowledgments" section of the article.

The disclosure must clearly state the full names of the tools used, their version numbers, how they were used, and for what purposes.

3. Permitted Uses of AI

a. Language and Readability Enhancements

Authors may use AI tools to improve grammar, spelling, punctuation, and readability in their own texts.

Such edits should not alter the original content but merely enhance clarity and readability.

b. Idea Generation and Research Planning

AI tools may assist in formulating research questions, generating ideas, and planning research processes.

However, the conceptual foundation and methodological framework of the research must fundamentally reflect the author’s original scientific perspective.

c. Code Assistance and Data Analysis

AI tools may be used to assist in generating code for data analysis, but ensuring the accuracy and appropriateness of statistical analyses remains the author’s responsibility.

d. Literature Review Organization

AI tools may help organize and categorize existing literature.

Nevertheless, the depth and accuracy of the literature review remain the author’s full responsibility.

4. Restricted or Prohibited Uses of AI

a. Content Creation

AI should not be used to fully draft key sections of the manuscript, such as the abstract, introduction, literature review, or discussion.

AI-generated outputs must be treated only as drafts and should be thoroughly revised, improved, and verified by the authors.

b. Generation and Interpretation of Results

AI tools cannot be used to generate, report, or interpret research results.

Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, scope, and validity of data analysis outcomes.

c. Source Generation and Citation

It is strictly prohibited to generate fabricated or unverifiable sources using AI or to cite non-existent studies.

All sources must be verified and accurately cited by the authors.

d. Academic Writing and Argument Development

The development of arguments, theoretical contributions, and core theses must be the sole responsibility of the authors.

AI tools may only play a supportive role in these processes.

Policy Violation Procedures

Failure to disclose AI usage or using AI in violation of this policy may result in manuscript rejection.

For published articles, violations may lead to retractions or corrections.

Repeated violations may result in the rejection of future submissions from the responsible author(s).

B. POLICIES FOR EDITORS ON THE USE OF GENERATIVE AI

1. Confidentiality and Intellectual Property Responsibility

Editors must not upload unpublished manuscripts or related files, visuals, or data to AI tools.

Protecting the confidentiality of manuscripts and the intellectual property rights of authors is a primary responsibility of editors.

2. Use of AI During the Evaluation Process

Editors may use AI tools during manuscript evaluation (e.g., compliance checks, reviewer selection) only if explicitly permitted by journal management.

Any use of AI must be disclosed to the authors.

Evaluation of Authors’ AI Usage Statements

Editors must carefully review authors’ AI usage disclosures and request additional information if necessary.

Editors are responsible for ensuring that AI usage complies with the journal’s policies.

3. Managing Suspicious Cases

In cases of uncertainty regarding AI usage, editors should openly discuss the matter with authors and, if needed, request further evidence.

Complex cases requiring detailed review should be reported to journal management.

Policy Updates Monitoring

Editors should stay informed about developments in generative AI technologies and regularly review updates to the journal’s policies.

C. POLICIES FOR REVIEWERS ON THE USE OF GENERATIVE AI

1. Confidentiality and Ethical Responsibility

Reviewers must not upload unpublished manuscripts or related files to AI tools under any circumstances.

Such actions may compromise confidentiality and violate intellectual property rights.

2. Use of AI in the Review Process

Reviewers should refrain from using AI tools during the manuscript evaluation process.

Reviews must be conducted based on the reviewers’ own expertise and knowledge.

3. Detection of AI Usage

Reviewers should attempt to identify any undeclared AI usage in manuscripts and report suspicious cases to the editors.

Such assessments must be based on objective evaluation criteria.

4. Review Ethics

Reviewers must evaluate authors fairly regarding AI usage, keeping the journal’s policies separate from personal preferences or biases.

Criticisms related to AI usage should be constructive and presented in line with the journal’s guidelines.

D. POLICY ON THE USE OF AI IN CREATING VISUALS, GRAPHICS, AND TABLES

As Düzce Divinity Journal, we adopt an open approach to technological advancements. We recognize the potential of generative AI technologies in creating visuals, graphics, and tables, and believe these tools can add value to academic studies. However, to maintain scientific integrity and ethical standards, we have adopted the following key principles and policies regarding their use:

1. Transparency and Disclosure

If AI tools are used to create visuals, graphics, or tables, this must be explicitly stated in the caption of the related visual.

The disclosure should include the name and version of the AI tool used and the purpose of its use.

2. Scientific Accuracy and Responsibility

Authors bear full responsibility for the scientific validity and appropriateness of AI-generated visuals.

All published visual materials must accurately reflect the authors’ research results and scientific understanding.

3. Permitted Uses of AI

a. Conceptual Diagrams and Explanatory Visuals

Generative AI may be used to visualize theoretical structures, conceptual models, or processes.

Such visuals must correctly reflect the authors’ interpretations and explanations.

b. Data Visualization

Authors are encouraged to use AI tools to visually present their research data.

AI tools may be used to enhance visual quality in graphics, charts, and table designs.

c. Illustrations and Representative Visuals

AI tools may be used to create illustrative or representative visuals to simplify and explain complex concepts.

These visuals should aid readers in understanding concepts easily and should not be misleading.