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Publication Ethics

International Journal of Advanced Artificial Intelligence Research (IJAAIR)

The International Journal of Advanced Artificial Intelligence Research (IJAAIR) is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The journal follows the principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all participants in the publication process—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—to adhere strictly to these ethical guidelines.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to IJAAIR must ensure that their work complies with ethical research and publication standards.

1.1 Originality and Plagiarism

  • Manuscripts must be original and not published elsewhere.

  • All sources must be properly cited and acknowledged.

  • Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism and duplicate publication, is strictly prohibited.

  • All submissions may be screened using plagiarism detection software.

1.2 Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Submissions

  • Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

  • Previously published work must not be submitted without clear disclosure and editorial approval.

1.3 Authorship and Contribution

  • Authorship should reflect substantial intellectual contributions to the research.

  • All listed authors must approve the final manuscript and agree to its submission.

  • Any changes to authorship after submission require written consent from all authors.

1.4 Data Integrity and Reproducibility

  • Authors must ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of research data.

  • Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data is unethical.

  • Authors should retain raw data and provide access upon reasonable request.

1.5 Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence

  • The use of AI tools must be disclosed where relevant (e.g., data analysis, code generation, language editing).

  • Authors remain fully responsible for the originality, accuracy, and ethical integrity of the content.

  • AI-generated content must not replace critical human judgment or accountability.

1.6 Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

  • Authors must disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could influence the research.

  • All funding sources must be clearly acknowledged.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record and ensuring fair editorial practices.

2.1 Editorial Independence

  • Editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit, originality, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Decisions are free from commercial, institutional, or personal influence.

2.2 Confidentiality

  • Editors must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents.

  • Information about submissions must not be disclosed beyond those directly involved in the review process.

2.3 Conflict of Interest

  • Editors must recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where a conflict of interest exists.

2.4 Ethical Oversight

  • Editors investigate ethical concerns, allegations of misconduct, and complaints following COPE guidelines.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Peer reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining quality and ethical standards.

3.1 Confidentiality

  • Manuscripts under review must be treated as confidential.

3.2 Objectivity and Constructive Review

  • Reviews should be objective, unbiased, and supported by clear academic reasoning.

  • Personal criticism of authors is inappropriate.

3.3 Timeliness

  • Reviewers should complete reviews within the agreed timeframe or notify the editor of delays.

3.4 Conflict of Interest

  • Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and decline reviews if impartiality cannot be ensured.

4. Publisher’s Responsibilities

The publisher of IJAAIR supports ethical publishing practices and editorial independence.

  • The publisher does not influence editorial decisions.

  • Ethical issues, corrections, and retractions are handled transparently.

  • Long-term preservation and accessibility of published content are ensured.

5. Handling of Misconduct, Retractions, and Corrections

  • Allegations of misconduct (plagiarism, data fabrication, unethical AI use) are investigated thoroughly.

  • If misconduct is confirmed, actions may include rejection, correction, retraction, or notification of institutions.

  • Retractions and corrections are clearly identified and linked to the original article.

6. Ethical Compliance Statement

By submitting a manuscript to the International Journal of Advanced Artificial Intelligence Research, authors confirm that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with this Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement.