Last updated: 03 November 2026
Open MedScience Limited uses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to support content discovery, platform functionality, and user engagement. This policy explains how AI tools are used across the Open MedScience platform, including OpenMedAI, and outlines the principles that guide responsible AI deployment.
AI is implemented to enhance access to information and improve user experience. It does not replace professional judgement, clinical expertise, or regulatory decision-making.
Purpose of AI Use
AI tools on Open MedScience are designed to assist users by:
- Supporting information retrieval and content discovery
- Improving navigation and search functionality
- Providing educational assistance and general knowledge support
- Enhancing platform usability and responsiveness
AI systems are intended to complement human-led editorial oversight and platform management rather than operate independently.
OpenMedAI and Automated Responses
OpenMedAI is an AI-powered assistant integrated into the Open MedScience platform. It provides automated responses based on publicly available information, published content, and general knowledge patterns.
Users should be aware that:
- AI-generated responses are informational in nature
- Outputs may not always be complete, current, or context-specific
- Responses should not be interpreted as professional medical, clinical, regulatory, or legal advice
- Users remain responsible for verifying information through authoritative sources
OpenMedAI is not a diagnostic tool and must not be used to make healthcare decisions.
Human Oversight and Editorial Responsibility
Open MedScience maintains human oversight of platform operations and editorial content. AI tools may assist with content organisation, formatting, or preliminary drafting processes, but final editorial decisions remain the responsibility of qualified human editors and platform administrators.
We apply editorial review processes to ensure that published content aligns with platform standards, accuracy expectations, and ethical publishing practices.
AI-Assisted Editorial Content and Contributor Disclosure
Open MedScience permits the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools to assist with research organisation, content planning, language editing and preliminary drafting, provided that meaningful human authorship, verification and editorial oversight are maintained.
Contributors must disclose the AI tools used, the nature of the assistance provided and the approximate extent of AI-generated material included in their submissions.
AI-generated references, fabricated research findings, unsupported medical claims and misleading representations of scientific evidence are prohibited.
All submitted articles remain subject to editorial review, and contributors retain responsibility for factual accuracy, originality, source verification and compliance with applicable publishing requirements.
Open MedScience reserves the right to reject, revise or remove content that fails to meet these standards.
Contributor-supplied images, illustrations, diagrams, charts, graphics and AI-generated visual materials are strictly prohibited without exception. All published visual materials are selected, sourced, created or commissioned exclusively by Open MedScience Limited in accordance with its Image Use and Representation Policy.
Further requirements are provided in the Editorial Guidelines for Publishing a Blog Article and the Corrections and Editorial Standards Policy.
Limitations of AI Systems
Artificial intelligence technologies operate based on algorithms and training data and may have inherent limitations. These include:
- Potential inaccuracies or incomplete outputs
- Lack of awareness of real-time developments
- Absence of contextual understanding specific to individual circumstances
- Inability to replace professional expertise
Users are encouraged to exercise critical judgement when interacting with AI-generated content.
Data Protection and Privacy
Open MedScience applies data protection principles when using AI systems. AI tools are designed to operate in accordance with our Privacy Policy and our obligations under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Open MedScience uses AI technologies to support platform functionality and information access. Information submitted through AI interfaces may be processed by third-party technology providers to generate responses and operate these services. The handling, storage and retention of such information depend on the technologies and contractual arrangements in place. Users should not submit sensitive personal, medical, financial or confidential information through AI interfaces. Further details about personal data processing are provided in our Privacy Policy.
Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence
Open MedScience is committed to responsible and ethical AI use. This includes:
- Avoiding deceptive or misleading AI-generated content
- Maintaining transparency about AI involvement
- Supporting fairness and non-discriminatory practices
- Promoting safe and appropriate use of AI technologies
We continuously evaluate emerging guidance and best practices related to AI governance and digital ethics.
Third-Party AI Technologies
Some AI features on the Open MedScience platform may be provided through third-party technology providers. We aim to select reputable services and maintain appropriate oversight of their use. These providers may operate under their own privacy policies, terms of service and technical arrangements. Open MedScience remains responsible for meeting its applicable legal and data protection obligations in relation to the AI services it provides.
Users interacting with AI services remain subject to the terms and conditions of any relevant third-party providers where applicable.
User Responsibilities
Users of Open MedScience and OpenMedAI are expected to:
- Use AI tools responsibly and ethically
- Avoid relying solely on AI-generated content for professional or clinical decisions
- Refrain from submitting harmful, misleading, or unlawful input
- Respect platform usage guidelines and Terms of Use
Misuse of AI services may result in restricted access or account limitations where applicable.
Policy Updates
This AI Use Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulatory guidance, or platform functionality. The most recent version will always be available on the Open MedScience website.
Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to understand how AI-enabled services operate on Open MedScience.
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