Retraction, Withdrawal, & Correction (R-W-C) Policy
The integrity of research is fundamental to our journal. In cases where it is discovered that a published article engages in academic misconduct, such as plagiarism, data falsification, duplicate publication, or serious scientific inaccuracies, our retraction policy will be applied.Our retraction policy aims to address significant concerns with published articles, such as significant errors, ethical violations, and proven cases of misconduct such as plagiarism or fraudulent data.
Retraction Process
- Preliminary Investigation: Upon receiving an allegation of misconduct, we will conduct a preliminary investigation to determine if the accusation has sufficient merit for a formal inquiry.
- Formal Investigation: If warranted, a formal investigation will be conducted with an editorial ethics committee or an independent panel of experts.
- Communication with Authors: The authors of the article will be informed of the allegations and will have the opportunity to respond and provide their own evidence or explanations.
- Determination and Action: If the investigation concludes that misconduct has occurred, the article will be retracted. The decision will be communicated to the authors, reviewers, and readers transparently.