Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity in the research it publishes. All authors must adhere to ethical guidelines and promote responsible conduct throughout the research and publication process.

Responsible Research and Ethical Conduct

Authors are expected to perform their research in an ethical manner, following all relevant regulations and laws. Scientific misconduct, such as data fabrication, falsification, and manipulation, is strictly prohibited.

Authors must ensure the transparency and clarity of their research methods and results, presenting their findings with originality and honesty. All authors listed must have contributed significantly to the research and should be appropriately acknowledged in the manuscript.

Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the manuscript, including connections with editors, editorial board members, or any conflicts of interest with the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI).

Publication Decision

The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI) follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness and unbiased evaluation of submitted manuscripts.

The editorial board is responsible for selecting articles that align with the journal’s objectives and contribute meaningfully to the field of multidisciplinary science and innovation. Editorial decisions are independent and based solely on scientific merit.

Editors with conflicts of interest must recuse themselves from making decisions on manuscripts related to those conflicts. The final publication decision will be made by an editor with no conflicts of interest.

Conflict of Interest

Any conflict of interest concerning the chief editor, editorial board members, scientific committee members, or reviewers regarding the manuscript or author will lead to their removal from the evaluation process.

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI) takes proactive steps to prevent conflicts of interest and ensures the transparency and objectivity of the review process.

Peer Review

Every manuscript submitted to IJMSI will be reviewed by two anonymous expert reviewers, selected by members of the editorial board or the international scientific committee.

The peer review process is confidential, and both reviewers and editorial board members are expected to respect this confidentiality.

Addressing Misconduct

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI) does not tolerate misconduct and takes preventive actions by informing authors and reviewers about ethical expectations in research. The editorial board and reviewers are vigilant in detecting and addressing any instances of research misconduct.

If misconduct is detected, the editor will work with co-editors, editorial board members, and reviewers to resolve the issue promptly.

Retraction and Corrections

Editors are responsible for handling any cases of misconduct, including retraction or correction of articles when necessary. They will collaborate with appropriate parties, including peer reviewers and experts, to address any issues and determine corrective actions.

Data Access and Retention

Authors are encouraged to share the data that supports their research findings. A data statement should be included to clearly identify the source of the data used in the study.

Copyright, Originality, and Plagiarism

Authors retain the copyright to their work, but by submitting to IJMSI, they grant the journal exclusive first publication rights.

Authors are expected to ensure that their work is original and free from plagiarism. Any instances of plagiarism or misrepresentation will lead to rejection of the manuscript.

Licensing, Archiving, and Access

Articles published in IJMSI are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International license (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0). This ensures that the content is freely accessible while protecting the authors' intellectual property.

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI) ensures the continued accessibility of its content by archiving articles with Open Edition for public access.

Confidentiality Policy

The confidentiality of authors, reviewers, and contributors is paramount. Their identities and affiliations are kept private and not used for commercial purposes. Confidentiality is maintained throughout the entire peer review process.

By adhering to these author guidelines, authors contribute to the integrity and quality of the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science and Innovation (IJMSI), ensuring that the journal continues to foster ethical, responsible, and high-quality research.