ISA Publisher is committed to maintaining high standards of ethical behavior in publishing. Our publication ethics are based on transparency, integrity, and responsibility towards authors, reviewers, and readers. Below are the key principles and practices that guide our publishing process:
1. Originality and Plagiarism:
Authors must ensure that their work is original, and all sources of information, ideas, or data that are not their own must be properly cited. Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited. Any manuscript found to contain plagiarized content will be rejected.
2. Authors’ Responsibilities:
Authors should ensure that their manuscript accurately reflects the research conducted. All contributors to the work should be listed as authors, and their contributions must be clearly stated. Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest that may influence their work.
3. Peer Review Process:
All submitted manuscripts undergo a thorough, unbiased peer review process. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the subject area, and they are expected to evaluate the manuscript objectively and without personal bias. Reviewers should not use any information from the manuscript for their own benefit.
4. Confidentiality:
Both authors and reviewers must respect confidentiality. Manuscripts submitted for review must not be shared or discussed with others without the permission of the editor. Authors should also avoid discussing their submissions publicly before they are published.
5. Corrections and Retractions:
If a significant error or inaccuracy is identified after publication, ISA Publisher will work with the authors to correct the issue in a timely manner. In cases of serious misconduct or falsification of data, articles may be retracted, and the appropriate authorities will be informed.
6. Ethical Publishing Practices:
ISA Publisher follows best practices in academic publishing and abides by all relevant industry standards, including those set by the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). We ensure that all published articles adhere to ethical research standards, including research involving human subjects and animals.
7. Conflicts of Interest:
Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect the manuscript or review process. These conflicts should be stated clearly during submission and review.
8. Publisher’s Role:
ISA Publisher strives to provide a fair, transparent, and efficient publishing process. We ensure that all decisions regarding manuscripts are made based on the quality and integrity of the research, and not influenced by any external pressures.
By adhering to these publication ethics, ISA Publisher aims to uphold the credibility of the research published in its journals and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in an ethical and responsible manner.
