Ethical Standards

for Authors

At Scribeia, ethical publishing is the foundation of credible science. By submitting a manuscript, authors affirm a commitment to honesty, transparency, and respect throughout the research and publication lifecycle.

Originality and Authorship

Submissions must present original work with accurate attribution of ideas and contributions.

  • The manuscript is not published elsewhere and is not under review at another venue.
  • All prior work is cited appropriately and permissions are secured where required.
  • Authorship reflects substantial scholarly contributions, and all authors approve the final version.
  • Ghost, guest, or honorary authorship is not permitted.

Research Integrity and Data

Scientific claims must be supported by truthful methods and results that enable verification.

  • No fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate manipulation of data, images, or statistics.
  • Methods are described with clarity sufficient for replication or validation.
  • Underlying data are retained securely and can be provided to editors when requested.
  • Image adjustments are disclosed and do not alter scientific meaning.

Plagiarism and Attribution

Respect for intellectual ownership is essential to the scholarly record.

  • Text, data, and figures from others are quoted or paraphrased with citation.
  • Similarity screening is used; unacceptable overlap leads to rejection or retraction.
  • Self-plagiarism and redundant or duplicate publication are not allowed.

Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence

AI tools may assist research and writing when used responsibly and transparently.

  • All AI assistance in analysis, drafting, translation, or figure generation is disclosed.
  • AI systems cannot be listed as authors; human accountability remains throughout.
  • Authors verify the accuracy, originality, and ethical compliance of AI-assisted content.

Human, Animal, and Sensitive Data Research

Respect for participants and compliance with law and policy are mandatory.

  • Ethics committee or IRB approval is obtained and documented when required.
  • Informed consent is secured for human subjects and identifiable data.
  • Privacy is protected through de-identification and adherence to applicable regulations.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility

Open, verifiable science strengthens trust and accelerates discovery.

  • Data, code, and materials are deposited in trusted repositories where feasible.
  • A Data Availability Statement describes access locations or justified restrictions.
  • Computational studies report software, versions, parameters, and seeds.

Conflicts of Interest and Funding

Transparency enables readers to interpret findings responsibly.

  • All financial, institutional, and personal relationships that may influence the work are disclosed.
  • Funding sources and their roles are stated; if none, authors declare no conflicts.

Professional Conduct During Review

Peer review is a collaborative process focused on improving scholarship.

  • Authors respond to editorial and reviewer comments promptly and respectfully.
  • Direct contact with reviewers or attempts to influence decisions are not permitted.
  • Revisions document changes clearly and justify disagreements with evidence.

Corrections, Retractions, and Accountability

Maintaining the integrity of the record is a shared responsibility.

  • Significant errors discovered post-publication are reported to the editorial office without delay.
  • Corrections address minor issues; retractions are issued when conclusions are compromised.
  • Notices are linked to the article to preserve transparency.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Inclusive scholarship broadens impact and improves quality.

  • Use respectful, bias-aware language and avoid stereotypes.
  • Cite diverse scholarship across regions, career stages, and perspectives.

Continuous Improvement

Ethical norms evolve with research practice and technology. Scribeia reviews these standards regularly and encourages authors to remain informed and proactive in upholding best practices.

Contact

For questions regarding these policies or ethical concerns, contact:
Editorial Office, Scribeia Publishing
Email: editorial@scribeia.com