Publication Ethics
Publication Ethics
Advances in Biosciences Research (ABR) is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in the publication of research. The journal adheres to strict guidelines to ensure that all manuscripts are published in compliance with academic integrity, transparency, and fairness. This publication ethics policy is designed to guide authors, reviewers, editors, and the editorial board in maintaining the journal’s commitment to responsible and ethical publishing practices.
Key Elements of Publication Ethics:
- Authorship and Contributions:
- Authorship Criteria: Only individuals who have made a significant contribution to the research should be listed as authors. This includes contributions to the study's conception, design, data analysis, interpretation, and manuscript drafting. All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.
- Acknowledgments: Individuals who contributed to the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged in the acknowledgment section of the manuscript.
- Originality and Plagiarism:
- Original Work: Authors must ensure that their manuscript is original and does not contain plagiarized material. All ideas, data, and text that have been borrowed from other sources must be appropriately cited.
- Plagiarism: Advances in Biosciences Research has a strict zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism. All manuscripts are checked using plagiarism detection tools, and manuscripts found to contain plagiarism will be rejected or retracted, depending on the stage of the publication process.
- Conflicts of Interest:
- Author Disclosure: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that might influence the research, interpretation, or writing of the manuscript. These disclosures should be made during submission and should be included in the manuscript.
- Reviewer and Editor Disclosure: Reviewers and editors must also disclose any conflicts of interest that might affect their ability to evaluate the manuscript impartially. If a reviewer or editor has a conflict, they should recuse themselves from the process.
- Peer Review Process:
- Confidentiality: All manuscripts are subject to a double-blind peer review process. Both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to ensure unbiased evaluations. Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and not use any unpublished data or information for their own benefit.
- Constructive Feedback: Reviewers are expected to provide detailed, objective, and constructive feedback that helps improve the manuscript. They should focus on the scientific quality, originality, and relevance of the work rather than personal preferences.
- Ethical Approval for Research:
- Human and Animal Subjects: Research involving human participants or animals must comply with ethical standards and receive approval from relevant ethics committees or institutions. Authors must provide proof of ethical approval along with the manuscript.
- Informed Consent: For studies involving human participants, authors must obtain informed consent from participants and ensure that confidentiality and privacy are maintained.
- Data Integrity:
- Accurate Reporting: Authors must ensure that the data presented in their manuscript are accurate, and all results must be presented honestly and without fabrication or manipulation.
- Data Availability: Authors are encouraged to make their research data publicly available whenever possible. Data sharing should be in accordance with ethical guidelines and institutional policies.
- Redundant Publication and Self-Plagiarism:
- Simultaneous Submission: Authors must not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously. Manuscripts under consideration for publication in Advances in Biosciences Research must not be under review elsewhere.
- Redundant Publication: Authors must not submit manuscripts that have been previously published or are being considered for publication elsewhere. This includes substantial overlap with previously published work or self-plagiarism.
- Corrections and Retractions:
- Corrections: If errors are found in a published article, authors must notify the journal immediately. Depending on the severity of the error, a correction, erratum, or clarification may be published.
- Retractions: In cases of serious issues, such as scientific misconduct, data falsification, or plagiarism, the article may be retracted. The reason for the retraction will be made public, and a retraction notice will be issued.
- Editorial Independence:
- The editorial board and reviewers make decisions based on the scientific merit and quality of the manuscript. Editors should avoid conflicts of interest and ensure that their decisions are based on objective criteria and not influenced by personal or professional interests.
- The editorial team is committed to maintaining impartiality and ensuring that all decisions are made transparently and in the best interest of scientific advancement.
- Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers:
- Reviewers should evaluate the manuscripts impartially, focusing on the quality and significance of the research. They should provide constructive feedback and maintain confidentiality.
- Reviewers should not use information from the manuscript for personal or professional gain and should report any suspected ethical violations, such as plagiarism or data manipulation, to the journal’s editorial team.
- Handling Ethical Violations:
- If any ethical violations are detected during the review, editorial, or post-publication stages, the journal will follow a clear procedure for addressing these issues. This may involve retractions, corrections, or other actions as appropriate.
- The journal’s editorial board will work in collaboration with the author’s institution to resolve any allegations of misconduct, ensuring that the integrity of the research publication process is upheld.
Conclusion: Advances in Biosciences Research is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all stages of the publication process. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to adhere to these ethical guidelines to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the research published in the journal. The journal promotes responsible conduct of research, publication, and peer review to maintain the trust and credibility of the scientific community.
