Publication Ethics

The "Research Journal of Human and Social Aspects" (RJHSA) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in scholarly publishing. These guidelines are designed to ensure the integrity of the research process, the fairness of the peer review system, and the credibility of published articles.

Responsibilities of Authors

  • Originality and Authorship: Authors must submit original work that has not been previously published elsewhere, nor is currently under consideration by another journal. Authorship should be limited to those who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All authors must have given their approval for the final version of the manuscript and agree to be accountable for its content.
  • Data Sharing and Ethical Research: Authors must ensure that their research adheres to ethical research practices, including obtaining informed consent from human participants and following relevant institutional guidelines. If data cannot be shared openly due to ethical constraints, authors should explain this clearly in the manuscript.
  • Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial support, personal relationships, or affiliations that could influence their research or its interpretation.
  • Citation and Acknowledgement: Authors must properly cite all relevant sources and acknowledge any contributions that have not been listed as authorship.

Responsibilities of Editors and Reviewers

  • Confidentiality and Objectivity: Editors and reviewers must treat all submitted manuscripts with confidentiality. They must avoid any conflicts of interest with the submitted work and conduct their evaluations based solely on the manuscript's originality, merit, and adherence to ethical research practices.
  • Fairness and Transparency: The peer review process will be fair and unbiased. Reviewers will be selected based on their expertise in the relevant field and will provide constructive feedback to authors. Editors will make final decisions on publication based on the reviewer's comments and the overall quality of the manuscript.
  • Retraction and Correction: Editors will promptly address any concerns about ethical misconduct, plagiarism, or errors in published articles. This may involve issuing corrections, expressions of concern, or retraction of the article, depending on the severity of the issue.

Responsibilities of the Journal

  • Editorial Policies: RJHSA will maintain clear and transparent editorial policies, including these publication ethics guidelines, peer review process, and author instructions. These policies will be readily available on the journal's website.
  • Copyright and Licensing: The journal will have clear policies regarding copyright and licensing of published articles. Authors will be informed of their rights and responsibilities concerning their work.
  • Integrity and Transparency: RJHSA will strive to maintain the integrity of the academic record and will take all necessary steps to prevent misconduct and ensure the quality and credibility of published research.

Additional Considerations

  • Data Availability: Authors are encouraged to make their data publicly available, where feasible, to promote transparency and reproducibility of research findings.
  • Research Ethics Committees: Authors should consult with their institutional research ethics committees for guidance on conducting ethical research, particularly when involving human participants.
  • Authorship Disputes: In cases of authorship disputes, RJHSA will follow established guidelines to resolve the issue fairly and efficiently.