Publication Ethics

International Journal of Applied Science and Technology Application

Publication Ethics

IJAPSET is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and follows the principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure integrity, transparency, fairness, and accountability throughout the scholarly publishing process.

COPE

Ethical Foundation

The publication ethics of IJAPSET are based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors. These principles guide the ethical responsibilities of authors, editors, and reviewers to ensure a transparent, objective, and trustworthy publication process.

Integrity

Honest and accurate reporting of research findings.

Transparency

Open disclosure of methods, data, and conflicts of interest.

Confidentiality

Protection of unpublished research and reviewer identity.

Fairness

Objective evaluation without discrimination or bias.

AUTHORS

Duties of Authors

  • Reporting Standards: Research findings must be reported accurately, honestly, and objectively.
  • Originality and Plagiarism: Manuscripts must be original and appropriately cite all referenced works.
  • Multiple Publication: Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is prohibited.
  • Acknowledgement of Sources: All data sources and related studies must be properly cited.
  • Authorship: Only individuals with substantial contributions should be listed as authors.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose financial or personal conflicts of interest.
  • Correction of Errors: Authors must promptly notify the editor if significant errors are discovered.
  • Human and Animal Subjects: Ethical approvals and informed consent must be obtained where applicable.
EDITORS

Duties of Editors

  • Publication Decisions: Decisions are based solely on scholarly merit and reviewer recommendations.
  • Peer Review Management: Editors ensure an objective and transparent review process.
  • Fair Play: Manuscripts are evaluated without discrimination based on nationality, gender, religion, or institutional affiliation.
  • Confidentiality: All manuscript information remains confidential throughout the review process.
  • Conflict of Interest: Editors must avoid involvement in manuscripts where conflicts exist.
REVIEWERS

Duties of Reviewers

  • Confidentiality: Manuscripts must be treated as confidential documents.
  • Acknowledgement of Sources: Reviewers should identify relevant uncited work and potential ethical concerns.
  • Objectivity: Reviews should be constructive, unbiased, and supported by clear arguments.
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers should decline assignments where conflicts exist.
  • Promptness: Reviews should be completed within the agreed timeframe.

Ethical Compliance Statement

IJAPSET reserves the right to investigate allegations of research misconduct, plagiarism, duplicate publication, citation manipulation, authorship disputes, data fabrication, and other violations of publication ethics. Appropriate actions may include manuscript rejection, correction, retraction, or notification of relevant institutions and indexing services.

International Journal of Applied Science and Technology Application

Publication Ethics Policy Based on COPE Best Practice Guidelines
Open Access • Peer Reviewed • International Journal