Publication Ethics for the Journal:

The journal is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics. All parties involved in the publishing process, including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher, are expected to adhere to ethical guidelines to ensure the integrity and quality of the published content. Below are the key ethical standards for all stakeholders

Authors’ Responsibilities:

• Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure that their work is original and free from plagiarism. All sources and references must be appropriately cited. Submitting plagiarized work is a serious offense and will result in the rejection of the manuscript.
• Authorship and Contributions: Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the research. All co-authors should be listed, and no one who did not contribute to the research should be included. The submitting author must ensure that all co-authors have approved the final manuscript.
• Multiple Submissions: Authors must confirm that their manuscript is not under consideration for publication elsewhere and has not been previously published. Submitting the same paper to multiple journals simultaneously is considered unethical and is strictly prohibited.
• Data Accuracy and Integrity: Authors are responsible for ensuring that their research data is accurate and well-documented. Deliberate falsification, manipulation, or misrepresentation of data is considered unethical behavior.
• Corrections and Retractions: If authors discover significant errors or inaccuracies in their published work, they are obliged to promptly notify the editor. Corrections or retractions will be issued where necessary to maintain the integrity of the academic record.
• Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its interpretation. This includes financial support, personal relationships, or affiliations that could be perceived as bias.

Editors’ Responsibilities:

Fair and Unbiased Review Process: Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair, impartial, and timely peer-review process. Manuscripts should be evaluated solely based on their academic merit, without discrimination based on the author’s race, gender, ethnicity, religion, or political views.

• Confidentiality: Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts. Information regarding the submission should not be disclosed to anyone other than the authors, reviewers, and publisher.
• Decision-Making: The editor is responsible for making the final decision on manuscript acceptance or rejection. Editors should provide clear and constructive feedback to authors regarding the decision, along with justifications.
• Conflicts of Interest: Editors should recuse themselves from handling manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest. They must not use unpublished information for their personal benefit.
• Ethical Concerns and Corrections: If ethical concerns are raised regarding a submitted or published manuscript, editors are obliged to investigate the issue and take appropriate action, which may include contacting the author(s) for clarification, issuing corrections, or retracting the paper.

Reviewers’ Responsibilities:

• Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. Manuscripts and related materials must not be shared or discussed with others, except as authorized by the editor.
• Objectivity and Constructive Feedback: Reviews should be conducted objectively, providing clear and constructive feedback. Criticism should be specific and supported by evidence, aimed at improving the quality of the manuscript.
• Acknowledgment of Sources: Reviewers should identify any instances where relevant published work has not been cited. They should also notify the editor if they suspect plagiarism or any other unethical practices in the submitted manuscript.
• Timeliness: Reviewers are expected to complete their review within the specified timeframe. If a reviewer is unable to meet the deadline or feels unqualified to review the manuscript, they should inform the editor promptly.
• Conflicts of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest before accepting a review assignment. They should decline to review manuscripts where there is a conflict, such as collaborations with the authors or competing interests.

Publisher’s Responsibilities:

• Ensuring Integrity: The publisher is committed to maintaining the integrity of the academic record. In cases of proven misconduct, the publisher will work with the editors to correct, retract, or clarify the affected papers.

• Protection of Intellectual Property: The publisher ensures that all published content is protected by copyright and does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others.
• Maintaining Ethical Standards: The publisher is responsible for establishing clear ethical guidelines and policies for all parties involved in the publication process. This includes supporting investigations into ethical concerns and taking prompt corrective actions when necessary.