Research Ethics

Research Ethics

The journal requires all submitted research to be conducted by the highest standards of ethical practice. Authors must ensure that their work complies with ethical principles, including informed consent, data protection, and the welfare of research subjects. Research involving human or animal subjects must have received prior approval from the appropriate ethical review boards.

Ethical Roles and Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher (Alasmarya Islamic University) is committed to promoting and maintaining the integrity of the academic record. It ensures transparency, fairness, and confidentiality in all aspects of the publication process. The publisher is also responsible for supporting the journal in handling allegations of misconduct and ensuring appropriate actions are taken when necessary.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Editor

The editor is responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the journal. This includes selecting appropriate reviewers, making unbiased editorial decisions, maintaining confidentiality, and taking timely and appropriate action in response to ethical concerns. The editor must avoid conflicts of interest and ensure a fair peer-review process.

Roles and Responsibilities of Reviewers in Maintaining Publishing Standards

Reviewers play a vital role in the peer-review process. They are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback. Reviewers must treat manuscripts as confidential, declare any conflicts of interest, and report suspected ethical violations to the editor. They contribute to maintaining the scholarly quality and credibility of the journal.

Roles and Responsibilities of Authors in Upholding Publishing Ethics

Authors must submit original work that has not been published elsewhere. They are responsible for accurately presenting their methodology and findings, citing all sources appropriately, and disclosing any conflicts of interest. All authors listed must have made significant contributions to the work. Plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification are strictly prohibited.

Policy on Research Ethics

The journal follows recognized international guidelines for research ethics, including those of the Declaration of Helsinki and the COPE guidelines. Authors must provide ethical approval details where required, and manuscripts that fail to meet ethical standards will be rejected.

Scientific Integrity

The Journal upholds the highest standards of scientific integrity. All published articles must be the result of honest inquiry and research. Any attempts to manipulate data or results will be treated as a serious form of misconduct.

Procedures for Handling Violations

If ethical misconduct is suspected or reported, the journal will follow COPE's flowcharts and recommended procedures for investigation. This may involve requesting explanations from authors, contacting their institutions, and taking actions such as corrections, retractions, or bans on future submissions. All cases will be handled confidentially and fairly.