Publication Ethics

Sulaikh Journal is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in the publication process. We adhere to the following principles:

Ethical Conduct of Authors

  • Original Work: All submissions must be original research that has not been previously published or is under consideration for publication elsewhere.
  • Authorship: All authors must have made a significant contribution to the research and agree to the content of the manuscript.
  • Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their research or publication.
  • Data Integrity: Authors must ensure the accuracy and integrity of their data and methods.
  • Plagiarism: Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Authors must cite all sources properly and avoid self-plagiarism.

Ethical Conduct of Reviewers

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the manuscripts they review.
  • Objectivity: Reviews must be objective and constructive, based on the quality of the research and presentation.
  • Timeliness: Reviewers should complete their reviews within the specified timeframe.
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their review.

Ethical Conduct of the Editorial Board

  • Fairness: The editorial board must ensure a fair and transparent review process.
  • Objectivity: Editorial decisions must be based on the quality of the research and presentation, without regard for personal or institutional biases.
  • Confidentiality: The editorial board must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and reviewers' identities.
  • Conflict of Interest: The editorial board must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their decisions.

Ethical Conduct of the Publisher

  • Transparency: The publisher must maintain transparency in the publication process, including the peer review process and decision-making.
  • Ethical Standards: The publisher must uphold the highest ethical standards in all aspects of publication.
  • Copyright: The publisher must respect copyright laws and ensure that authors' rights are protected.

Retraction Policy

If a published article is found to have serious errors, misconduct, or plagiarism, Sulaikh Journal may retract the article. The retraction will be published in the journal, and the reasons for the retraction will be clearly stated.

Complaints and Appeals

If you have a complaint about the publication process or believe that an ethical violation has occurred, please contact the editor-in-chief. You may also appeal a rejection decision. The appeal will be reviewed by the editorial board.

Sulaikh Journal is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in the publication process. By adhering to these principles, we aim to ensure the quality and integrity of our publications.