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Author Guidelines

- Publishing ethics 

Publishing research papers in scholarly journals is a fundamental pillar of developing a cohesive and respected knowledge network. It reflects the quality of the work of authors and the institutions that support them. Peer-reviewed articles reinforce and support the scientific method. Therefore, it is important to agree on the ethical standards expected of all parties involved in the publishing process: the author, the journal editor, the reviewer, and the publisher. 

The following responsibilities outlined for editors, authors, and reviewers are based on the Code of Conduct of the Committee on Publication Ethics.

- Approval to publish 

For all manuscripts containing details, images, or videos relating to individual participants, written informed consent for publication must be obtained from the participants (or from their parents or legal guardian in the case of children under 18). A statement to this effect must appear in the manuscript. 

Documentation demonstrating consent for publication must be made available to the editor upon request and will be treated confidentially. In cases where images are completely non-identifiable and no details about the individuals are provided in the manuscript, consent for publication may not be required.

- Authors' Guide 

Authors reporting original research should provide a thorough description of the work performed as well as an objective discussion of its significance. 

The underlying data must be accurately presented in the paper. The paper should contain sufficient detail and references to allow others to replicate the work. Fraudulent or intentionally inaccurate data is unethical and unacceptable.

Authenticity and plagiarism 

- Authors must ensure that they have written entirely original works. 

- If they use the works or words of others, they must be cited appropriately.

- The same manuscript should not be submitted to more than one journal at a time.