Editors
- Editors assess manuscripts submitted to the journal solely on their merit, considering factors such as importance, originality, study validity, and clarity, as well as their relevance to the journal’s scope. This evaluation is conducted without regard to the authors’ race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, citizenship, religious belief, political philosophy, or institutional affiliation. Editorial decisions are independent of external influences, including government policies or other agencies. The Editor-in-Chief holds full authority over the journal’s content and publication schedule.
- Editors and editorial staff maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts, sharing information only with the authors, peer reviewers, potential reviewers, editorial advisers, and the publisher as necessary. They do not use unpublished information or ideas obtained from handling manuscripts for personal gain unless explicitly permitted by the authors.
- Editors abstain from evaluating manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest arising from competitive, collaborative, or other relationships with the authors, associated companies, or institutions.
- The editors ensure that all manuscripts submitted for publication undergo thorough peer review by experts in the field.
- The Editor-in-Chief holds the responsibility of determining the manuscripts to be published in the journal, assessing their validity, significance to researchers and readers, reviewers' feedback, and compliance with legal standards.
- The Editor-in-Chief reserves the option to seek input from other editors or reviewers when making decisions.
- Editors are committed to promptly addressing any ethical concerns raised regarding a submitted manuscript or published paper, even if the issue comes to light years after publication.