Publication Ethics - Transcend

The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research is committed to maintaining 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:

Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original and has not been published previously in whole or in part. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and any content found to be plagiarized should be rejected. Originality and authenticity are crucial in maintaining academic integrity and respecting the work of others. It is essential always to provide proper citations and references to give credit to the sources and avoid any unethical practices.

Authorship should be limited to those individuals who have contributed significantly to the research. All co-authors should have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript. Proper acknowledgement should be given to individuals who have contributed to the research or assisted.

Authors should accurately present their research findings and ensure the integrity of the data. Raw data, methodologies, and computational codes used in the study should be retained and made available to the editors or reviewers upon request.

Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that may influence the research or its interpretation. These conflicts could include funding sources, employment relationships, or personal connections that may affect the objectivity or integrity of the work.

Authors should not simultaneously submit the same manuscript to multiple journals. Submitting the same work to multiple publications is considered unethical and can lead to the rejection of the manuscript.

Reviewers should conduct the review process objectively and provide constructive feedback. They should treat manuscripts confidentially and not share, discuss, or use the information obtained through the review process for personal gain.

Reviewers should decline to review manuscripts if they have a conflict of interest, including personal, professional, or financial relationships with the authors. In such cases, they should notify the editor promptly.

Reviewers should complete the review process within the agreed-upon timeline and notify the editor if they cannot meet the deadline. Promptness is crucial to ensure timely publication.

Editors should evaluate manuscripts solely based on their academic merit and relevance to the journal’s scope. They should not discriminate against authors based on their nationality, race, gender, or any other personal characteristics.

Editors and their editorial staff should treat all submitted manuscripts as confidential documents. They should not disclose any information about the manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, and potential reviewers.

Editors should handle manuscripts impartially and avoid conflicts of interest. If an editor has a conflict of interest regarding a submitted manuscript, they should recuse themselves from the review process and assign another editor to handle it.

Editors should provide clear guidelines to authors and reviewers about the journal’s policies, submission process, and peer review criteria. They should promote ethical research practices and be prepared to investigate misconduct or ethical breach allegations.

If errors or inaccuracies are identified in a published article, editors should be open to issuing corrections or retractions when necessary, following relevant guidelines and best practices.

The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of integrity and originality. We firmly believe in the transformative power of authentic ideas and creative insights. Thus, in our pursuit of knowledge and scholarly excellence, we conscientiously reject any content that falls prey to the shadow of plagiarism. By embracing the beauty of intellectual honesty and honouring the contributions of others, we strive to create a vibrant and inspiring platform for multidisciplinary exploration and discovery.