Editorial Policies
The journal is committed to clear and transparent editorial policies that ensure the quality of publication and reflect its adherence to internationally recognized academic and ethical standards in scholarly publishing. These policies serve as a fundamental reference for all parties involved in the publication process—authors, reviewers, and editorial board members—aiming to regulate the submission, peer review, acceptance, and publication procedures.
General Editorial Policy:The journal adheres to editorial policies grounded in credibility, objectivity, and transparency throughout the scientific publishing process. These policies aim to provide a structured framework for publication and ensure compliance with quality and academic integrity standards at all publication stages. Editorial Board Roles:The editorial board consists of a specialized team of qualified researchers and academics. Editors are responsible for managing manuscript submissions, coordinating the peer review process, overseeing publication stages, and contributing to the strategic development of the journal. Advisory Board Roles:The advisory board contributes to shaping the journal’s overall policies by offering scientific advice to the editorial board, proposing topics for special issues, recommending expert reviewers, and periodically evaluating the journal’s scientific performance. The board also serves as a bridge between the journal and the broader academic community, locally and internationally, thereby enhancing the journal’s reputation and reliability. Peer Review Process:The journal adopts a double-blind peer review system to ensure impartial evaluation. Each manuscript is reviewed by two experts in the relevant field, who provide a detailed report with their observations and a recommendation for acceptance, rejection, or revision. Peer-review policy:
We apply a double-blind peer-review process to committed to prompt evaluation and publication of entirely accepted papers in AJRSP. All submissions undergo a rigorous review process to maintain a high-quality publication. are as follows:
Publication Ethics:The journal adheres to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). It is committed to preventing all forms of plagiarism, fabrication, and duplicate publication. The journal reserves the right to reject or retract any paper found to violate ethical standards. For the full publication ethics policy. Corrections and Retractions Policy:The journal is committed to addressing any errors discovered after publication through formal correction notices (errata). In cases of proven plagiarism or data manipulation, the article will be formally retracted, and an announcement will be made on the journal’s website. Acceptance & Rejection Policy:Manuscript acceptance or rejection decisions are based solely on peer review reports, without any external influence. No mediation or pressure is accepted in publication decisions. Authors have the right to respond to reviewers’ comments and submit revisions within a specified timeframe. The final decision is made by the editorial board based on scientific recommendations. Third-Party Submissions Policy:The journal confirms that manuscript submissions are accepted exclusively through its official platform or designated email. The journal does not engage with intermediaries or third-party agencies, in order to preserve academic integrity and ensure the credibility of the publication process. Copyright and Licensing:The journal retains copyright for all accepted works. Authors are granted partial rights in accordance with the journal’s licensing policy. The journal follows open access principles and applies Creative Commons licenses (CC BY-NC). Archiving and Indexing Policy:The journal ensures regular digital archiving of its content through specialized platforms to guarantee long-term access to published research. It also actively seeks indexing in recognized global databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and others. Final Decision for Publication:The final decision to accept or reject a manuscript is made by the editorial board after reviewing the peer reviewers’ reports and verifying that the necessary revisions have been completed. This decision considers scientific and ethical standards, as well as the manuscript’s alignment with the journal’s scope and objectives. Publisher Role:The publisher is responsible for providing technical and administrative support throughout the publication process. This includes ensuring the integrity of the technical workflow for both print and electronic publication, enhancing the journal’s digital infrastructure, expanding its reach, and supporting its indexing in global databases in close collaboration with the editorial board. |
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