In short
The Volkswagen Foundation currently treats the use of generative models in or for submitted proposals as neither a plus nor a minus when it makes decisions. Reviewers may not use generative models to prepare reviews. Documents provided for review must not be entered into generative models.
Permits AI. Applicants may use AI and stay responsible for what they submit.
For applicants
- When decisions are made, the use of generative models in or for proposals is currently rated as neither positive nor negative. [1]
For reviewers
Sources
Influence of - generative models of text and image creation (opens in a new tab)
In decision-making processes, the use of generative models in/for proposals submitted to the Volkswagen Foundation is currently assessed as neither positive nor negative.
The use of generative models in the preparation of reviews is not permitted in view of the confidentiality of the review process. Documents provided for review are confidential and may not be used as input for generative models.
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