Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism Policy

 

Standards of Originality and Editorial Procedure

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism refers to the unauthorized use or close imitation of the language, ideas, data, or intellectual work of another author without proper acknowledgment, and presenting them as one’s own original contribution. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Verbatim copying of text without appropriate citation or quotation.
  • Improper paraphrasing of ideas, results, or interpretations without attribution.
  • Self-plagiarism, including reuse of previously published work without disclosure.
  • Replication of structure, data, or conceptual frameworks presented as original.

Editorial Handling Procedure

All manuscripts are screened using established similarity detection systems, including iThenticate and Turnitin. Editorial assessment considers both similarity reports and contextual evaluation.

  1. Editorial Assessment: Similarity findings are reviewed to differentiate legitimate overlap from unethical copying.
  2. Corrective Opportunity: Authors may be invited to revise citations or text where moderate similarity is identified.
  3. Formal Investigation: For cases of suspected serious misconduct, the journal follows the. COPE Flowcharts to ensure a fair resolution.

Author Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality and integrity of their submissions. Proper acknowledgment of all sources and transparency regarding prior publication are mandatory.

  • Accurate citation and referencing of all sources.
  • Disclosure of prior or overlapping publications.
  • Verification of originality across co-authored content.
  • Accountability for AI-assisted writing where applicable.