USAR Publisher is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in academic publishing. We follow globally recognized guidelines to ensure integrity, transparency, and fairness in all published research.
1. Responsibilities of Authors
- Submit original, unpublished work that is free from plagiarism.
- Properly cite all sources and acknowledge contributions from others.
- Avoid duplicate submissions to multiple journals.
- Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
- Ensure that all co-authors have made significant contributions and have agreed to the final version of the manuscript.
2. Responsibilities of Reviewers
- Provide objective, constructive, and confidential peer reviews.
- Evaluate manuscripts fairly, without personal bias or discrimination.
- Maintain confidentiality and not share unpublished work.
- Report any suspected plagiarism, duplication, or ethical concerns.
3. Responsibilities of Editors
- Ensure a fair and transparent review process.
- Make publication decisions based on academic merit and ethical considerations.
- Protect the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.
- Act upon any suspected cases of misconduct, plagiarism, or data fabrication.
4. Plagiarism and Misconduct
USAR Publisher has a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism, data falsification, and unethical research practices. All submissions are checked using plagiarism detection tools. If misconduct is detected, the manuscript will be rejected or retracted.
5. Conflicts of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could influence their work.
6. Ethical Research Standards
- Studies involving human or animal subjects must follow ethical guidelines and receive appropriate institutional approval.
- Authors must obtain informed consent when publishing personal data or images.
7. Retractions and Corrections
If significant errors, misconduct, or ethical violations are found in a published paper, USAR Publisher reserves the right to issue corrections, retract articles, or take appropriate actions in line with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.
By submitting to USAR Publisher, authors agree to comply with these ethical standards, ensuring the integrity and credibility of academic research.
