In short
The Hand in Hand Research Grant is a joint grant from AOTF, ASHT, and AHTF, and it is run through AOTF. The AOTF policy on AI applies to it. Applicants may use AI to help with writing. They remain responsible for accuracy. AI-generated text must be footnoted. Reviewers may not upload applications into AI systems.
Varies by program. The rule is set in each program's guidelines, so check the one you are applying to.
For applicants
- The Hand in Hand Research Grant is a joint AOTF, ASHT, and AHTF grant run through AOTF. Applicants may use AI tools to help write proposals, for example for spell-check and language suggestions. Applicants remain fully responsible for making sure the proposal is factually accurate, clearly written, and appropriately cited. Any AI-generated text must be clearly acknowledged in the application using footnotes. [1]
For reviewers
- Hand in Hand reviewers may not upload applications into any AI system. The reason given is concern about confidential and proprietary information. Reviewers must also submit a confidentiality agreement form before they start the review process. [1]
Sources
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While AOTF does not prohibit the use of AI tools to assist in the writing of proposals (e.g., spell-check and language suggestions), applicants remain fully responsible for ensuring their proposals are factually accurate, clearly written, and appropriately cited. Any AI-generated text must be clearly acknowledged in the application using footnotes.
Reviewers are prohibited from uploading AOTF applications into any AI systems due to concerns with confidential and proprietary information. To ensure integrity and confidentiality are upheld, grant reviewers will be required to submit a confidentiality agreement form before starting the review process.
See American Hand Therapy Foundation's 4 open programs
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.