American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery AI policy
Varies by programChecked November 9, 2026
In short
The CORE Grants Program AI policy does not ban AI in applications but puts full responsibility for accurate, original content on the applicant and warns that unverified AI content can hurt review. For reviewers, the CORE policy cites the NIH rule that bars peer reviewers from using generative AI to analyze applications or write critiques.
For applicants
- For CORE grants, responsibility for accurate and original application content lies solely with the applicant. Relying on AI-generated content without proper verification can compromise the proposal and negatively affect its review.[1]
For reviewers
- The CORE AI policy cites NIH policy (NOT-OD-23-149) prohibiting peer reviewers from using large language models or other generative AI to analyze and formulate peer review critiques.[1]
Sources
- [1]CORE AI Policy
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
“The responsibility of ensuring accurate and original application content lies solely with the applicant. Applicants should be aware that relying on AI-generated content without proper verification can compromise the rigor and credibility of their proposals, which can negatively impact their review.”
“Per NIH policy (NOT-OD-23-149), the NIH strictly prohibits peer reviewers from using “natural language processors, large language models, or other generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies for analyzing and formulating peer review critiques for grant applications and R&D contract proposals.”
This page summarizes published guidance and is not legal advice. Policies change, and a specific solicitation can add its own rules, so confirm against the funding announcement before you apply. See every funder's AI policy.