Gerda Henkel Foundation AI policy
Disclosure requiredChecked November 9, 2026
In short
The Gerda Henkel Foundation generally permits generative AI when preparing applications, as long as applicants take full academic responsibility and follow good scientific practice. Applicants must document in the application form which stages of their work involved generative AI. Preparing an application entirely with AI, without the applicant's own academic review and control, is not permitted.
For applicants
- The use of generative AI is generally permitted, provided applicants take full academic responsibility for all contents of the application and follow the principles of good scientific practice.[1]
- Applicants should document transparently in the application form which stages of their work involved generative AI (for example, topic development, literature research, structuring, drafting, or revising sections of text).[1]
- Preparing an application entirely with AI, without the applicant's own academic review and control, is not permitted.[1]
Sources
- [1]General Information | Gerda Henkel Foundation
Gerda Henkel Foundation
“The use of generative AI is generally permitted. It is important that you take full academic responsibility for all contents of the application and adhere to the principles of good scientific practice.”
“Please document transparently in the application form which stages of your work involved the use of generative AI (e.g. topic development, literature research, structuring, drafting, or revising individual sections of text). The complete preparation of an application using AI without your own academic review and control is not permitted.”
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.