Publication Ethics

The International Journal of Advanced Sciences and Computing (IJASC) is fully committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. All parties involved in the publication process—authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers—must adhere to the principles of honesty, integrity, transparency, and accountability. IJASC follows the ethical guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure that all research published in the journal meets rigorous ethical and scientific standards.

Responsibilities of Authors

Authors play a vital role in maintaining research integrity and are expected to:

  • Submit original, unpublished work that is not under review elsewhere.

  • Ensure that the manuscript contains accurate data, proper citations, and full acknowledgment of all sources.

  • Avoid plagiarism, fabrication, and falsification of data or results.

  • Disclose all conflicts of interest that might influence the interpretation of findings.

  • Include all individuals who have made a significant contribution as co-authors, and ensure that all co-authors approve the final version of the manuscript.

  • Obtain all necessary permissions for copyrighted materials, figures, or data used from other sources.

  • Notify the editor promptly if significant errors or inaccuracies are discovered after publication, so that corrections or retractions can be made.

Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair, objective, and transparent editorial process. They must:

  • Evaluate manuscripts based on their academic merit, without discrimination on the basis of gender, religion, nationality, or institutional affiliation.

  • Maintain confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and not disclose any information to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, or editorial staff.

  • Ensure that peer review is conducted ethically and independently.

  • Avoid any conflict of interest in relation to accepted or rejected manuscripts.

  • Take prompt action if misconduct or ethical concerns are reported, following COPE guidelines.

  • Uphold the integrity of the journal by publishing corrections, retractions, or clarifications when necessary.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are essential to maintaining the quality and credibility of the journal’s content. They must:

  • Conduct reviews objectively, fairly, and confidentially.

  • Evaluate manuscripts only within their field of expertise and provide constructive feedback.

  • Refrain from using any information obtained during the review process for personal advantage.

  • Declare any conflicts of interest that may influence their judgment.

  • Report any instances of plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices observed in the manuscript.

Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher of IJASC is responsible for supporting the editorial board in maintaining ethical standards and:

  • Ensuring that the journal’s operations comply with international ethical and publishing norms.

  • Providing technical and editorial support for the peer review and publication processes.

  • Protecting the intellectual property rights of authors while promoting open-access dissemination.

  • Responding promptly to ethical issues or misconduct claims and taking corrective action where necessary.

Research Ethics and Misconduct

IJASC strictly prohibits any form of research or publication misconduct, including:

  • Plagiarism (copying others’ work without credit).

  • Fabrication or falsification of data or results.

  • Duplicate or redundant publication of the same work in multiple journals.

  • Improper authorship practices, including ghost or gift authorship.

  • Manipulation of citations to influence impact metrics.

Any allegations of misconduct will be investigated thoroughly according to COPE procedures. Depending on the severity, actions may include manuscript rejection, publication retraction, institutional notification, or author blacklisting.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that could influence their work or decisions. Transparency in potential conflicts of interest is essential to preserve trust in the journal’s publication process.

Ethical Compliance for Research Involving Humans or Animals

Manuscripts reporting experiments involving humans or animals must include a statement confirming that:

  • The study was approved by an appropriate Ethics Committee or Institutional Review Board (IRB).

  • Written informed consent was obtained from all human participants.

  • Animal experiments were performed in accordance with relevant ethical guidelines and welfare standards.

Handling of Ethical Complaints

If ethical concerns arise regarding a submitted or published paper, IJASC will follow a fair and transparent process to investigate the issue.

  • Complaints may be submitted by authors, reviewers, readers, or third parties.

  • The editorial office will evaluate the evidence and consult with the Editor-in-Chief and, if necessary, COPE.

  • Depending on findings, actions may include correction, retraction, or notification of involved institutions.

Retraction and Correction Policy

IJASC issues retractions, corrections, or editorial notes when ethical or factual errors are discovered.

  • Retractions are issued for confirmed cases of plagiarism, data falsification, or unethical research.

  • Corrections are issued for minor errors that do not compromise the overall validity of the paper.

Conclusion

The International Journal of Advanced Sciences and Computing (IJASC) upholds the integrity of academic publishing by fostering transparency, accountability, and ethical research practices. By adhering to this Publication Ethics Policy, IJASC ensures that all published research contributes responsibly and authentically to the global advancement of science and computing.