Editorial Policy
Vela upholds journalistic standards and fact-checking principles to ensure accuracy and fairness in every report.
Sourcing Standards
Every article cites at least two independent primary sources, linked inline and listed at the end. We prioritize primary documents, peer-reviewed research, and official statements over secondary reporting, and we cross-check claims across the databases we consult (arXiv, PubMed, IEEE, bioRxiv) before publication.
Fact Checking
Every article cites at least two independent primary sources. All core claims are cross-verified.
AI Content Policy
All AI-assisted articles must be reviewed by human reporters. 'AI-Assisted Reporting' is clearly marked in the byline. AI cannot publish any articles directly.
The Role of AI vs. Humans
AI assists with research, first drafts, and translation. Humans set the editorial agenda, verify facts, edit for accuracy and fairness, and make the final publish decision under a named editor-of-record. AI never publishes unreviewed content.
Corrections Policy
If errors are found in our reporting, we make corrections immediately and clearly mark the revision history. Readers can report errors at [email protected].
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are completely independent of commercial interests. Sponsored content is clearly marked.