- Editorial Independence:
- The journal maintains editorial independence and ensures that editorial decisions are based solely on the quality, relevance, and originality of the submitted manuscripts.
- Peer Review Process:
- All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous.
- Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field of study.
- Originality and Plagiarism:
- Authors must ensure that their submissions are original works and properly cite any sources or references used.
- Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited and may lead to rejection of the manuscript.
- Ethical Research Conduct:
- Authors are expected to adhere to ethical standards in conducting and reporting research.
- Any research involving human subjects must have obtained appropriate ethical approval.
- Conflict of Interest:
- Authors, reviewers, and editorial board members must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect the integrity of the review process.
- Authorship and Acknowledgments:
- Authorship should be based on substantial contributions to the research. All authors must have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript.
- Individuals who do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged for their contributions.
- Data Transparency:
- Authors should provide transparent and accessible data related to their research, whenever possible, to facilitate reproducibility and further analysis.
- Corrections and Retractions:
- The journal maintains the right to publish corrections, clarifications, or retractions if errors are identified after publication.
- Plausible Relevance:
- Manuscripts should align with the journal's scope and mission. Submissions that lack relevance may be rejected without peer review.
- Open Access: - The journal promotes open access, ensuring that published content is freely accessible to researchers, practitioners, and the public.
- Copyright and Licensing: - Authors retain the copyright of their work and agree to license their published articles under a Creative Commons license (e.g., CC BY) to allow wider distribution and reuse.
Peer Review Process
- Submission:
- Authors submit their manuscripts through the online submission system, including all required materials and disclosures.
- Initial Review:
- The editorial team conducts an initial assessment to ensure that the submission adheres to the journal's guidelines and scope.
- Peer Review Assignment:
- Appropriate reviewers are selected based on their expertise and potential conflicts of interest.
- Peer Review:
- Reviewers provide detailed assessments of the manuscript's quality, originality, methodology, and significance.
- Reviewers offer constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.
- Decision:
- Based on reviewer feedback, the editorial team makes a decision on acceptance, revision, or rejection.
- Authors are provided with reviewers' comments and recommendations.
- Revision and Resubmission:
- If revisions are requested, authors revise the manuscript according to reviewer feedback and provide a detailed response to each comment.
- Final Decision:
- The revised manuscript is re-evaluated by the editorial team or reviewers to ensure that revisions have been adequately addressed.
- Acceptance and Publication:
- Once the manuscript is deemed suitable, it is accepted for publication and undergoes production processes.
- Publication and Post-Publication:
- Published articles are made available on the journal's website and promoted through various channels.
- Corrections or retractions are published as necessary.