PUBLICATION ETHICS

Publication ethics are paramount to the International Journal of Innovative Studies (IJOIS), and we adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct throughout the publication process. Here's an overview of our publication ethics policy:

  1. Authorship and Contributorship: Authors should ensure that all individuals who have made significant contributions to the research are listed as authors and that all authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript. Proper acknowledgment should be given to individuals who have contributed to the research in other ways, such as data collection, analysis, or funding acquisition.
  2. Originality and Plagiarism: Authors should ensure that their work is original and has not been published previously or submitted for publication elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism and the improper use of others' ideas, words, or work, is strictly prohibited.
  3. Data Integrity and Reproducibility: Authors should accurately report their research methods, findings, and data, ensuring the integrity and reproducibility of the research. Manipulation or fabrication of data, as well as selective reporting or withholding of data, is unethical and unacceptable.
  4. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research, its interpretation, or its publication. This may include financial interests, affiliations, or personal relationships that could be perceived as influencing the research process or outcomes.
  5. Ethical Treatment of Subjects: Authors conducting research involving human subjects or animals should ensure that appropriate ethical standards and guidelines are followed. This includes obtaining informed consent from participants, protecting their privacy and confidentiality, and minimizing any potential harm or risk.
  6. Peer Review Integrity: Reviewers should conduct peer review in an objective, impartial, and timely manner, providing constructive feedback and recommendations to improve the quality of the manuscript. Reviewers should disclose any conflicts of interest that could bias their evaluation of the manuscript.
  7. Editorial Independence: Editors should make editorial decisions based solely on the merit of the manuscript and its contribution to the scholarly literature, without regard to factors such as author identity, institutional affiliation, or commercial interests. Editorial decisions should be transparent, fair, and consistent.
  8. Correction and Retraction: In cases of errors, inaccuracies, or ethical breaches discovered after publication, IJOIS will promptly investigate and take appropriate corrective action, which may include issuing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as necessary.
  9. Adherence to Guidelines: Authors, reviewers, and editors should adhere to the relevant ethical guidelines and standards established by professional associations, funding agencies, and regulatory bodies in their respective fields.

By upholding these principles of publication ethics, IJOIS strives to maintain the integrity, credibility, and trustworthiness of the research published in the journal, fostering a culture of academic integrity and responsible conduct of research.