Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement Guidelines

The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and adheres to the guidelines and best practices set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Ethical behavior is expected from all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, reviewers, and members of the editorial board.

- Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are original, have not been published elsewhere, and are not under consideration by another journal. Plagiarism in any form constitutes unethical publishing behavior and is unacceptable. Proper acknowledgment of the work of others must always be given.
All authors listed must have made a significant contribution to the research and must agree to the submitted version of the manuscript. Authors are also required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest and to provide information on funding sources.
For studies involving human participants or animals, authors must confirm that the research was conducted in accordance with ethical standards and approved by the appropriate institutional review board (IRB).
Authorship:
Specific names of the authors must be given, those who have made significant contributions in the research, including the idea of the research, design, implementation, and writing. One of the authors must be appointed as a corresponding Author to be in contact with the journal. Final approval should be given for the final version of the manuscript submitted to publication.
Disclosure and Conflict of Interests:
Authors should reveal financial support or any other kind of support provided for them. They should also reveal any financial conflicts or other issues that affect the results or the interpretations of the research.
Fundamental Errors in Published Works:
Author(s) should notify the journal in case of misstatements in the material of their manuscripts to do the needed corrections in the misprinting forms. When authors discover a significant error or inaccuracy in the published research, they should inform and cooperate with the editor or the journal publisher to undo or correct their research.

- Responsibilities of Reviewers

Peer reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations of submitted manuscripts. They must respect the confidentiality of the peer review process and refrain from using any information obtained during the review for personal advantage.
Reviewers should inform the editorial office of any conflicts of interest or if they feel unqualified to assess the manuscript. They are encouraged to report any ethical concerns, including potential plagiarism or research misconduct.

- Responsibilities of the Editorial Board

The editorial board is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the publication process. Editorial decisions are made solely based on the academic merit of the submissions and without any form of discrimination.
Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and must not disclose any information about a manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, or other editorial advisors. In cases of suspected misconduct, the editorial board will follow COPE's guidelines to investigate and resolve the matter.

- Responsibilities of the Advisory Board

The Advisory Board plays a vital role in upholding the ethical and academic standards of the journal. Its members are expected to:
- Provide strategic guidance on the journal’s scope, quality, and long-term vision, Promote academic integrity and ensure that editorial decisions align with the journal’s ethical policies, and support the editorial team in identifying qualified reviewers and contributors.
- Advise on complex ethical issues such as conflicts of interest, authorship disputes, or cases of research misconduct, and Uphold transparency, fairness, and impartiality in all aspects of journal governance.
- Advocate for diversity, inclusion, and scholarly excellence across all disciplines represented by the journal.
- Members of the Advisory Board are chosen based on their expertise, academic standing, and commitment to responsible scholarly publishing.

- Handling Misconduct and Complaints

The AJRSP journal takes all allegations of misconduct seriously. In cases where ethical violations such as plagiarism, falsification of data, or inappropriate authorship practices are suspected, the editorial board will initiate a thorough investigation in accordance with COPE procedures.
If misconduct is confirmed, appropriate actions will be taken, which may include retraction of the article, publication of a correction or erratum, or informing the author’s institution.

- Plagiarism Policy

All submissions are screened for plagiarism using "iThenticate” software to check for instances similarity text in submitted manuscripts. Manuscripts with significant similarity to previously published work will be rejected. Minor overlap may be considered acceptable if properly cited.
The AJRSP journal maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism and reserves the right to take corrective action when plagiarism is detected.

- Data Integrity and Transparency

Authors are expected to present accurate data and to ensure reproducibility of results. Fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting of data is considered unethical and will result in manuscript rejection or retraction.
Where applicable, authors are encouraged to share datasets or supplementary materials to promote transparency and scientific verification.

- Ethical Oversight

For research involving human subjects or animals, authors must provide evidence of ethical approval and informed consent. The journal reserves the right to reject manuscripts lacking such documentation.
The editorial board monitors compliance with ethical standards and may request additional information or documentation from authors when necessary.

- References

AJRSP journal follows the publication ethics guidelines and best practices recommended by Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

AJRSP

International peer-reviewed journal
ISSN: 2706-6495
Email: editor@ajrsp.com

Coming Issue: (75)
Submission Deadline:
27 June 2025
Date of Issue:
5 July 2025

Peer-Review statement

All articles published in this journal undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review by independent experts to ensure academic integrity and research quality.

Review Timeline

Initial Decision: 3 days
Review Round: 10 days

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