FAS AI Policy

The Florida Academy of Sciences (FAS) recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) tools are becoming increasingly integrated into research, education, and professional practice. FAS encourages contributions that advance the construction of Large Language Models (LLMs), Convoluted Neural Networks (CNNs), and similar technologies.  Contributors should use AI tools ethically, transparently, and in ways that uphold the FAS mission of promoting scientific excellence. AI should be used to assist, and not replace, critical thinking, originality, or scholarly integrity. FAS requires researchers to fully disclose the use, context, and extent of AI on all contributions. Researchers remain fully responsible for verifying accuracy and ensuring compliance with professional and academic standards.

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FAS Public Statements

The Florida Academy of Sciences (FAS), the only professional STEM organization in Florida, is strongly and decisively dedicated to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) in scientific practices and STEM education in the state of Florida.  The Academy considers DEIJ values as being crucial to academics and to the advancement of scientific research in Florida.  Scientists with distinct and diverse backgrounds and viewpoints are encouraged to participate in our annual meeting and other FAS events, as well as publish in the peer-reviewed journal Florida Scientist.