In short
A*STAR permits applicants to use generative AI responsibly when preparing grant applications. Research integrity, accountability, and originality must be preserved. Applicants must declare that they are fully responsible for the content. The declaration does not require disclosure of AI use unless the grantor asks for it. Compliance checks may involve AI detection tools.
Permits AI. Applicants may use AI and stay responsible for what they submit.
For applicants
- Applicants may use generative AI responsibly to support preparing an application, as long as research integrity, accountability, and originality are preserved. [1]
- Applicants and Principal Investigators stay fully accountable for everything they submit. [1]
- Applicants must declare that they are fully responsible for the content of their applications. The declaration covers accountability. It does not require disclosure of AI use unless the grantor requires disclosure. [1]
For reviewers
- Checks on applications may include AI detection tools. OICs also review applications for consistency, originality, and attribution. Any adverse finding follows established review procedures. [1]
Sources
Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in Grant Applications (opens in a new tab)
In general, applicants may use GenAI responsibly, provided that research integrity, accountability and originality are preserved.
Applicants/Principal Investigators may use GenAI to support application preparation, provided that the use is responsible and the applicant remains fully accountable for all submitted content.
Applicants/PIs must declare that they are fully responsible for the content of their applications. This is an accountability declaration, not a mandatory disclosure of GenAI use, unless the grantor requires disclosure.
Checks may include AI detection tools and OICs review for consistency, originality, and attribution. Any adverse finding follows established review procedures.
This page summarizes what the funder has published and is not legal advice. Policies change, and one solicitation can add its own rules. Confirm against the funding announcement before you apply.