Publication Ethics and Misconducts

This journal is dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards for all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher. We strictly adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and emphasize the following principles. Any article that does not comply with these ethical standards may be retracted, even after publication. In cases of suspected plagiarism or duplicate publication, we will report such issues to the relevant authorities. The journal utilizes plagiarism detection software to screen all submitted manuscripts. Editor Responsibilities: Accountability and Plagiarism: Editors are responsible for making final decisions regarding the acceptance or rejection of articles, following the journal's editorial board policies. Their decisions are also influenced by legal requirements, including matters of libel, copyright infringement, and plagiarism. To ensure the integrity of submitted articles, plagiarism detection software is routinely used, with a maximum acceptance rate of 20% similarity. Editors may consult with other editors or reviewers when necessary to make informed decisions. Fair Play: Editors must assess manuscripts solely based on their intellectual content, disregarding any personal biases related to the author’s race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, or political views. Confidentiality: Editors and editorial staff are bound by confidentiality and must keep all details of submitted manuscripts private. Manuscripts should only be shared with relevant parties, such as the corresponding author, reviewers, editorial advisers, and the publisher. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest: Editors must ensure that any privileged information acquired through the review process remains confidential and is not used for personal gain. They must also disclose any conflicts of interest that may arise during the editorial process. Reviewer Responsibilities: Reviewers are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of the manuscript and for reporting any issues that could result in the rejection of the manuscript, such as ethical violations or intellectual property concerns. Reviews should focus solely on the manuscript’s content, ensuring objectivity and fairness. If a reviewer is not qualified to evaluate the manuscript or cannot complete the review promptly, they should inform the editor-in-chief and excuse themselves from the review process. Author Responsibilities: Reporting Standards: Authors must present their research findings accurately and transparently, ensuring that the data is not fabricated or manipulated inappropriately. The methods used in the study must be described in sufficient detail to allow for replication of the research by other scholars. Originality, Plagiarism, and Acknowledgment of Sources: Authors are responsible for ensuring their work is original and free from plagiarism. All sources of information, data, and references must be appropriately cited. Fraudulent or misleading statements are strictly prohibited. Data Access and Retention: Authors may be required to provide raw data for editorial review, and must retain such data for a reasonable period after publication to ensure transparency and reliability. Ethics: Authors must ensure their research has been conducted in an ethical manner and complies with all relevant legislation, including obtaining proper permissions for any studies involving human or animal subjects. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial support or other relationships that may influence the study’s results or interpretation. All funding sources must be declared. Authorship of the Paper: Only those who have made significant contributions to the research should be listed as authors. All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission. Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication: Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal at the same time, and should avoid submitting duplicate or redundant publications. Fundamental Errors in Published Work: If authors identify any significant errors in their published work, they are required to notify the journal promptly and cooperate to correct or retract the paper.