Peer reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and credibility of research. That is why it is essential to approach this responsibility with transparency and care.
AI tools must not be used to process or review submitted manuscripts, not even for improving the language. Uploading any part of a manuscript to an AI tool can:
Manuscript review demands human expertise, thoughtful analysis, and subject-specific judgment. While AI can mimic patterns, it cannot offer the depth or accountability that human reviewers provide.
Ultimately, reviewers and editors need to be very careful for their review reports, and for upholding the standards of the peer-review process in publication.