Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics for the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Research (IESIJMER)

At IESIJMER, we uphold the highest ethical standards throughout the publication process to foster trust and accountability among authors, reviewers, and editors. Our commitment ensures integrity, transparency, and the highest quality in the research we publish.

  1. Integrity and Transparency
  • Originality:
    • Authors must ensure their work is unique and free from plagiarism.
    • Proper acknowledgment and citation of prior research are mandatory.
  • Data Integrity:
    • Authors must provide accurate, reliable data, with no fabrication, falsification, or alteration.
    • Raw data should be retained for verification purposes.
  • Conflict of Interest:
    • All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
    • Disclosures will be transparently shared when relevant.
  1. Ethical Research Practices
  • Human and Animal Rights:
    • Research involving human subjects must follow ethical guidelines and obtain informed consent.
    • Animal studies should minimize harm and adhere to ethical standards.
  • Environmental and Social Responsibility:
    • Authors should evaluate the environmental and societal impact of their research to promote sustainability.
  • Diversity and Inclusion:
    • Research design, methodology, and reporting must be impartial and inclusive of all groups and individuals.
  1. Peer Review Process
  • Rigorous Review:
    • IESIJMER employs a double-blind peer review process to ensure unbiased evaluations.
    • Reviewers are selected based on expertise and are expected to provide timely, constructive feedback.
  • Confidentiality:
    • Reviewers and editors must maintain confidentiality of submitted materials and refrain from using unpublished information for personal gain.
  • Reviewer Conduct:
    • Reviewers must recuse themselves if they cannot provide an objective assessment or have conflicts of interest.
  1. Editorial Responsibilities
  • Decision-Making:
    • Publication decisions are based on the quality and relevance of the work, free from bias.
  • Retraction and Correction:
    • Mistakes in published works will be promptly corrected or retracted to maintain the scientific record's integrity.
  • Collaboration:
    • Editors are encouraged to engage with the academic community to foster communication and cooperation in science and technology.
  1. Author Responsibilities
  • Authorship Criteria:
    • Authors must contribute significantly to the research's conception, design, execution, or interpretation.
    • All authors must approve the final version before submission.
  • Acknowledgment of Contributions:
    • Contributions from individuals who do not meet authorship criteria should be appropriately acknowledged.
  • Corrections and Retractions:
    • Authors must notify the journal of significant errors in their published work and collaborate on corrections or retractions.
  1. Commitment to Innovation and Best Practices
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • IESIJMER is dedicated to adopting best practices and technological advancements to enhance the publishing process and uphold ethical standards.
  • Open Access:
    • As an open-access journal, IESIJMER promotes global knowledge sharing by making research freely available.
  • Ethics Education:
    • Authors, reviewers, and editors are encouraged to participate in ongoing ethics education to stay updated on industry best practices.

Summary

The IESIJMER publication ethics guidelines emphasize:

  • Integrity: Honesty and reliability in research.
  • Transparency: Clear disclosures and accountability.
  • Inclusivity: Promoting diversity and impartiality.

By adhering to these principles, IESIJMER strives to provide a trusted platform for advancing science and technology research worldwide.