Publication Ethics

Abjad Arts & Humanities Journal is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics. We expect all authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication process to adhere to the following ethical guidelines:

Authorship and Originality:

  1. All authors should have made significant contributions to the research and the preparation of the manuscript. They must ensure that the submitted work is original and has not been published elsewhere.
  2. Proper acknowledgment of the work of others must be given. Any sources, including text, images, or ideas, should be appropriately cited and referenced.
  3. Any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the research or its interpretation should be disclosed.

Plagiarism and Academic Integrity:

  1. Authors should ensure that their work is free from any form of plagiarism, including the verbatim copying or paraphrasing of another person's work without proper citation.
  2. The use of other researchers' work, data, or ideas must be properly acknowledged and referenced.
  3. Authors should also avoid self-plagiarism by appropriately citing and referencing their own previously published work when relevant.

Data Integrity and Reproducibility:

  1. Authors should accurately present their research findings and provide sufficient details to allow others to reproduce the study.
  2. Data and research materials used in the study should be appropriately documented, preserved, and made available when required.
  3. Fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting of data is considered unethical and should be avoided.

Conflict of Interest:

  1. Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their judgment or the interpretation of the research findings.
  2. Financial, personal, or professional relationships that may be perceived as a conflict of interest should be disclosed transparently.

Peer Review Process:

  1. The peer review process plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and integrity of published research. Reviewers should provide unbiased and constructive feedback on the manuscripts.
  2. Reviewers should promptly report any potential ethical concerns, such as plagiarism, duplication, or undisclosed conflicts of interest, to the journal's editorial team.

Editorial Responsibilities:

  1. Editors are responsible for making fair and unbiased decisions based on the quality of the research and its contribution to the field.
  2. Editors should ensure that the peer review process is conducted rigorously, while maintaining the confidentiality of the authors, reviewers, and their respective works.
  3. Editors should handle any ethical concerns or misconduct cases promptly and transparently.

Corrections, Retractions, and Errata:

  1. In case of significant errors or inaccuracies, authors should promptly notify the journal's editorial team to issue corrections, retractions, or errata as necessary.
  2. Authors should cooperate with the journal during any investigation into ethical concerns or misconduct.

Compliance with Legal and Ethical Standards:

  1. Authors should adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to research involving human subjects, animal welfare, and other relevant areas.
  2. Informed consent should be obtained from participants involved in research studies, and their privacy and confidentiality should be protected.

Editorial Independence and Freedom of Expression:

  1. The journal supports editorial independence and freedom of expression. Authors should respect diverse opinions and engage in constructive academic discourse.

Any violation of these publication ethics guidelines may result in appropriate actions, including rejection of manuscripts, retraction of published articles, or reporting to relevant authorities. Abjad Arts & Humanities Journal is committed to fostering a culture of integrity and promoting responsible research practices.

For any questions or concerns regarding publication ethics, please contact the editorial team at dhonizus@gmail.com

Updated: [June 18, 2023]