Publication Ethics

3.1 Editorial Ethics

• Maintain impartiality in editorial decisions
• Ensure fair and timely peer review process
• Protect confidentiality of authors and reviewers
• Handle conflicts of interest appropriately
• Maintain integrity of scholarly record

3.2 Author Ethics

• Ensure originality and avoid plagiarism
• Obtain proper permissions for data use
• Acknowledge all contributors appropriately
• Disclose conflicts of interest
• Ensure ethical conduct in research involving human subjects

3.3 Reviewer Ethics

• Provide honest and constructive feedback
• Maintain confidentiality of review process
• Declare conflicts of interest
• Avoid using privileged information for personal benefit
• Complete reviews in a timely manner

3.4 Misconduct Handling

• Investigation procedures for suspected misconduct
• Consequences for ethical violations
• Correction and retraction policies
• Appeals process for editorial decisions