Anti-Plagiarism Policy of the Journal

2025-02-19

Anti-Plagiarism Policy of the Journal

1. Introduction

The Journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and publication ethics. Plagiarism constitutes a serious violation of these standards and will not be tolerated. This policy outlines the guidelines and procedures to prevent, detect, and address plagiarism in all articles submitted for publication.

2. Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the practice of presenting someone else's work, ideas, or words as one's own, without proper citation or acknowledgment. Plagiarism can take various forms, including, but not limited to:

  • Literal copying of excerpts from other works without appropriate citation.

  • Paraphrasing ideas or theories from other authors without providing proper reference.

  • Presenting as one's own work the work done by someone else, including purchased or commissioned works.

  • Self-plagiarism, which is the significant reuse of one's own previously published work without proper citation.

3. Prevention of Plagiarism

To prevent plagiarism, the Journal adopts the following measures:

  • Guidelines for Authors: Provide clear guidelines on citation and references in accordance with international scientific publication standards.

  • Plagiarism Detection Tools: Utilize plagiarism detection software to check all submitted manuscripts before peer review.

4. Procedure in Case of Suspected Plagiarism

If plagiarism is suspected, the following steps will be taken:

  • Initial Assessment: The editorial team will conduct an initial assessment to determine if the plagiarism allegation is substantial.

  • Notification to the Author: If a potential violation is found, the author will be notified and given the opportunity to respond to the allegations.

  • Review and Decision: The editorial team, possibly in consultation with external experts, will review the author's response and make a final decision on the case.

  • Disciplinary Actions: Depending on the severity of the plagiarism, actions may include manuscript rejection, prohibition of future submissions, and notification to the authors' affiliated institutions.

5. Commitment to Academic Integrity

All authors submitting works to the Journal must sign a declaration of originality, confirming that the work is original, has not been previously published, and that all sources have been duly cited. Reviewers and editors are also responsible for maintaining academic integrity and reporting any suspicion of plagiarism.

6. Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with international academic integrity standards.