AMA Manual added new sections (5.1.12 and 5.2.1.1) regarding the use of AI. In this update, AMA states that AI tools should not be treated as an author of content and content produced by them will not be cited in the reference list. Instead report the use of AI in the Acknowledgment section or the Methods section if this is part of formal research design or methods. This should include a description of the content that was created or edited and the name of the language model or tool, version and extension numbers, and manufacturer.
Examples:
In response to the question....., ChatGPT (May 9, 2024) gave the following response....
In a chat with ChatGPT on May 9, 2024.....
In addition, in AMA manual 14.5.2 Software Nomenclature section, it states: "For AI tools, including large language models (LLMs), machine learning, generative AI such as chatbots, and related technologies, use a nonproprietary descriptive term. In research articles, at first mention in the abstract and in the text, provide the brand name in parentheses along with the version or extension number, manufacturer or owner, and date(s) used."
Example:
On June 12, 2023, the original full text of the question was put into a fresh chatbot session (ChatGPT, model GPT-4, OpenAI) and the generated responses were saved.
Each question was posed to the chatbot interface 3 times and the generated responses were recorded.
For more information, visit Netter Library AMA Guide Artificial Intelligence tab.
Other links:
AMA Manual of Style
5.1.12 Use of Artificial Intelligence and Language Models
5.2.1.1 Acknowledgment of Use of Artificial Intelligence and Language Models in Writing and Editing.
JAMA Instruction for Authors: Use of AI in Publication and Research
