British Heart Foundation AI policy
Permits AIChecked November 9, 2026
In short
BHF says applicants can use generative AI when preparing an application, as long as the tools are used responsibly and in line with relevant legal and ethical standards. Committee members and external reviewers must not use generative AI when assessing grant applications.
For applicants
- Applicants can use generative AI when preparing an application if the tools are used responsibly and in line with relevant legal and ethical standards.[1]
For reviewers
- BHF's reviewer form states that committee members and external reviewers must not use generative AI when assessing grant applications.[2]
Sources
- [1]Essential information about our research grants
British Heart Foundation
“Applicants can use generative AI when preparing an application if tools are used responsibly and in accordance with relevant legal and ethical standards where these exist or as they develop.”
- [2]CPGC – Special Project Review Form
British Heart Foundation
“Committee members and external reviewers must not use generative AI when assessing grant applications.”
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