Journal Policies
Explore the full range of editorial, ethical, and operational policies that govern our journal and ensure publishing integrity.
Guidelines governing the acceptance, display, and independence of advertising content.
APC Waivers and Discounts Policy
Information on eligibility and procedures for article processing charge waivers and discounts.
Policy ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of published articles.
Article Correction, Retraction and Withdrawal Policy
Procedures for correcting, retracting, or withdrawing published articles to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.
Article Withdrawal Request Policy
Requirements and procedures for requesting withdrawal of manuscripts before or after publication.
Provides guidance on the responsible use and disclosure of artificial intelligence in research and publishing.
Summarizes the journal's requirements and responsibilities for authors throughout the publication process.
Authorship Contribution Policy
Defines authorship criteria and the reporting of individual author contributions.
Policy requiring disclosure and management of potential conflicts of interest.
Procedures for submitting and resolving editorial complaints and appeals.
Copyright and Licensing Policy
Explains copyright ownership and the licensing terms under which articles are published.
Outlines the journal's editorial standards, decision-making process, and publication practices.
Inclusive Language and Diversity Policy
Promotes respectful, inclusive language and diversity in scholarly publishing.
Journal Metrics and Performance Policy
Provides information on journal metrics and the responsible use of performance indicators.
Explains the journal's open access model and conditions for free public access to published content.
Information regarding the availability and ordering of printed copies or article reprints.
Describes the journal's peer review process and editorial evaluation procedures.
Explains the journal's approach to detecting and preventing plagiarism and publication misconduct.
Defines the journal's position on the submission and citation of preprints.
Explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected.
Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
Sets out ethical standards and responsibilities for authors, reviewers, editors, and publishers.
Redundant or Concurrent Publication Policy
Prohibits duplicate or simultaneous submission and publication of substantially similar work.
