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Ethics and Disclosures


Publication Ethics

The journal follows the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). It expects authors, reviewers, and editors to act with integrity, transparency, and respect throughout the publication process.

Authorship and Contribution

All listed authors should have made a significant contribution to the research. Authors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest and ensure the accuracy of their work.

Plagiarism and Misconduct

The journal has a strict policy against plagiarism and any form of research misconduct. All submissions are screened for originality, and any allegations of misconduct are thoroughly investigated in accordance with COPE guidelines.

Peer Review Process

The journal employs a Single Blind peer review process, where reviewers are aware of the authors’ identities, but authors do not know the identities of the reviewers. This process ensures that the review is fair, unbiased, and based on the merit of the research.

Conflict of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its evaluation. The journal is committed to managing and resolving conflicts of interest transparently.

Data Sharing and Transparency

Authors are encouraged to make their data available for verification and replication by other researchers. Any limitations in data access should be disclosed, and data should be presented clearly and accurately.

Ethical Approval and Informed Consent

Research involving human or animal subjects must have received ethical approval from the appropriate institutional review board, and informed consent must be obtained from participants. These details should be included in the manuscript.

Corrections and Retractions

If errors or misconduct are discovered after publication, the journal will issue corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as necessary to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the academic record.