Scientific Journal (www.scientificjournal.in) is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of research integrity and publishing ethics. We expect all authors, reviewers, editors, and stakeholders involved in the publication process to adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Authorship and Contribution

Authorship Criteria: Authors should meet the criteria for authorship based on significant contributions to the conception, design, data acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of the work.

Corresponding Author: Clearly designate a corresponding author responsible for handling correspondence, revisions, and inquiries throughout the publication process.

2. Originality and Plagiarism

Original Work: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.

Plagiarism: Authors must avoid all forms of plagiarism. Proper citation and referencing are mandatory for content sourced from other works. Obtain necessary permissions where applicable.

3. Ethical Conduct of Research

Research Ethics: All research must be conducted in accordance with established ethical standards, respecting the rights, dignity, and privacy of individuals and groups involved.

Informed Consent: Obtain informed consent from participants and ensure confidentiality and anonymity where applicable.

4. Conflict of Interest and Funding

Disclosure: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, whether financial or non-financial, that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Funding: Clearly identify funding sources and disclose the role, if any, of funders in the research process.

5. Data Integrity and Analysis

Data Accuracy: Ensure that all data presented in the manuscript is accurate, reliable, and reproducible.

Statistical Analysis: Employ appropriate statistical methods and provide transparent and accurate reporting of data analysis.

6. Author Responsibilities

Manuscript Submission: Authors must submit well-prepared manuscripts that comply with submission guidelines and are free of errors.

Revision and Cooperation: Authors should address editor and reviewer comments promptly and cooperate with the editorial process.

7. Peer Review Process

Objective Review: Reviewers should provide objective and constructive feedback to enhance the quality of the manuscript.

Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of the manuscripts under review and refrain from using the information for personal gain.

8. Editorial Responsibilities

Fair and Impartial Decisions: Editors must make decisions based on academic merit, free from bias or discrimination.

Conflict of Interest: Editors should disclose conflicts of interest and delegate the handling of manuscripts when conflicts arise.

9. Publication Ethics Violations

Reporting Concerns: Any suspected ethical violations must be reported to the Editor-in-Chief for investigation and appropriate action.

10. Copyright and Licensing

Copyright Transfer: Upon acceptance, authors agree to transfer the copyright of their work to Scientific Journal.

Licensing: Published articles are distributed under a Creative Commons license, allowing proper dissemination of research while preserving authors’ rights.

Adherence to these research integrity and publishing ethics guidelines is essential for maintaining the credibility and reputation of Scientific Journal. Failure to comply may result in actions such as manuscript rejection, retraction of published articles, and reporting to relevant institutions or authorities.

For inquiries related to research integrity and publishing ethics, please contact us at scientificjournal.in@gmail.com We value your commitment to maintaining ethical standards in research and publication.

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