Publication Ethics

Computing and Applications Reviews (CAR) is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in the publication process. The journal follows established guidelines for authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers to ensure transparency, integrity, and fairness throughout the submission, review, and publication phases.

Key Ethical Principles:

  1. Integrity of the Research Process:

    • CAR supports the honest presentation of research and expects all manuscripts to be based on sound scientific principles. Authors must provide accurate data and represent their findings in a truthful and transparent manner.
    • The journal rejects any form of research misconduct, including data fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism. All authors are responsible for ensuring the integrity of their work before submission.

  2. Authorship:

    • Only individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research should be listed as authors.
    • All authors should approve the final manuscript and be accountable for the content and findings.
    • The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors have been properly acknowledged, and any changes to authorship (e.g., additions or removals) are agreed upon by all parties involved before submission.

  3. Conflicts of Interest:

    • Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their work or decision-making process.
    • Conflicts of interest may arise from financial, professional, or personal relationships, and must be disclosed to the editorial board at the time of submission or review.
    • Any undisclosed conflicts may lead to rejection or retraction of a manuscript.

  4. Peer Review Process:

    • CAR uses a double-blind peer review system to ensure unbiased and objective evaluation of submissions. Both authors and reviewers are kept anonymous during the review process to minimize any potential conflicts of interest.
    • Reviewers are expected to provide constructive and timely feedback to authors and must refrain from reviewing manuscripts where they have a conflict of interest.
    • Manuscripts will not be reviewed by reviewers with potential conflicts or personal bias towards the authors.

  5. Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism:

    • CAR upholds a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism and self-plagiarism. Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cite all sources, data, and ideas that are not their own.
    • Manuscripts that are found to contain plagiarism or significant self-plagiarism will be rejected, and the authors may face sanctions, including a ban on future submissions.

  6. Data Availability and Transparency:

    • Authors are encouraged to make their research data available to support the findings of their work, where possible. The journal may request that authors submit their data or supplementary materials upon acceptance.
    • Transparent reporting of research methodologies and data collection processes is required to allow replication of results and ensure the accuracy of scientific claims.

  7. Human and Animal Rights:

    • CAR adheres to ethical guidelines for the use of human participants and animals in research. Authors must provide statements confirming that they obtained informed consent from human participants and adhered to ethical standards in the treatment of animals.
    • Research involving human or animal subjects should comply with relevant laws and ethical guidelines, and authors must disclose approval from an institutional review board (IRB) or ethics committee.

  8. Corrections, Retractions, and Editorial Responsibilities:

    • If errors or inaccuracies are discovered in a published article, CAR will issue a correction or retraction as necessary to maintain the integrity of the journal’s content.
    • The editorial team is responsible for investigating any allegations of research misconduct or unethical behavior. If misconduct is suspected, the journal will follow ethical guidelines to resolve the issue, which may include contacting the author’s institution or professional body.

  9. Respect for Confidentiality:

    • All manuscripts submitted to CAR are treated as confidential. Editors, reviewers, and authors must maintain confidentiality throughout the publication process.
    • Editors and reviewers must not use information from a submitted manuscript for personal advantage or share it with others without the author’s permission.

  10. Responsibility for Publication:

    • CAR strives to publish high-quality, peer-reviewed content that contributes meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge in computing and applications.
    • The editorial team is responsible for ensuring that the review and publication process is fair, transparent, and free from bias, providing authors with timely decisions and appropriate feedback.

Conclusion:

The publication ethics of Computing and Applications Reviews are designed to uphold the integrity of the journal and the academic community. By adhering to these ethical standards, CAR ensures that the work published is of the highest quality, reliable, and ethically sound, providing an honest and transparent platform for the dissemination of research.