Which of the following statements is true regarding the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) guidelines?

The statement that individuals who do not meet the criteria for authorship but who have made a noteworthy contribution are normally listed in the acknowledgments section is true according to the ICMJE guidelines. The guidelines emphasize the importance of authorship criteria, which focus on significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of research. For individuals who contribute to a study but do not fulfill these criteria, it is appropriate and common practice to acknowledge their contributions in the acknowledgments section, thereby giving them recognition without conferring authorship. This distinction is important in ethical research practices, ensuring that contributions are fairly represented while adhering to the established authorship criteria.

The other options present nuances that do not align with the ICMJE guidelines or imply broader requirements or misconceptions regarding authorship and acknowledgment.