Publication Ethics:
Editors' Responsibilities:
1. Fair Review Process:
• Ensure a fair and unbiased review process for all submitted manuscripts.
• Make decisions based on the merit of the research and without discrimination.
2. Confidentiality:
• Maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and do not disclose information about the manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, and other editorial advisors.
3. Conflict of Interest:
• Declare any potential conflicts of interest and ensure that personal or financial relationships do not influence editorial decisions.
4. Quality Control:
• Strive to publish high-quality and original research that contributes to the scholarly community.
Reviewers' Responsibilities:
1. Expert Evaluation:
• Conduct objective and constructive evaluations based on expertise in the subject matter.
2. Confidentiality:
• Maintain confidentiality regarding the manuscript under review and do not use the information for personal gain.
3. Timeliness:
• Complete the review process within the stipulated timeframe and communicate any delays promptly.
4. Conflict of Interest:
• Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect the impartiality of the review.
Authorship:
1. Authorship Criteria:
• Acknowledge only those who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research.
2. Authorship Order:
• Determine the order of authorship based on the significance of contributions and ensure all listed authors approve the final version of the manuscript.
Authors' Responsibilities:
1. Originality:
• Ensure that the manuscript represents original work and properly cite sources for borrowed content.
2. Plagiarism:
• Avoid plagiarism and provide proper attribution for all borrowed ideas, text, or images.
3. Data Access and Retention:
• Be prepared to provide raw data for review and retain data for a reasonable period after publication.
4. Transparent Reporting:
• Provide accurate and transparent reporting of research methods, results, and conclusions.
Publisher's Responsibilities:
1. Editorial Independence:
• Ensure editorial independence and protect the journal's integrity from undue influence.
2. Ethical Oversight:
• Establish and enforce ethical policies and guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors.
Ethics topics to consider:
1. Authorship of the Paper:
• Clearly define authorship criteria and ensure proper acknowledgment of all contributors.
2. Originality and Plagiarism:
• Implement measures to detect and prevent plagiarism and communicate consequences for ethical violations.
3. Data Access and Retention:
• Establish data access and retention policies, encouraging transparency and reproducibility in research.
These ethics guidelines are crucial to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly publishing process and fostering trust within the academic community. Adherence to ethical standards ensures the credibility and reliability of published research.
