Depends on the program. The funder sets the rule in each program's guidelines, so check the program a PI is applying to.
What the funder asks of applicants
- The essay's ideas, analysis, and final written content must be the applicant's own original work. [1]
What is off limits
- Applicants may not use AI to generate or compose all or a substantial portion of the essay. [1]
Rules for reviewers
National Court Reporters Association has published no rules for reviewers.
Where this comes from
The funder's own words, from its own pages.
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Original work: The essay's ideas, analysis, and final written content must be the applicant's own. AI may not be used to generate or compose all or a substantial portion of the essay.
This is a reading of what the funder has published, and it is not legal advice. A solicitation can set its own rule, so read the funding announcement before a PI applies.