Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics

At EL Dirham, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics in order to ensure academic integrity and the quality of the research we publish. Our publication ethics align with the best practices of academic publishing and are in compliance with industry standards. The following outlines the ethical guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication process:

Ethical Guidelines for Authors

  1. Originality and Plagiarism
    Authors must ensure that their submitted manuscript is original and has not been previously published elsewhere. Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Authors should properly cite all sources of data, ideas, or text that are not their own, using appropriate citations and referencing.

  2. Data Accuracy
    Authors must ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data presented in their manuscript. Fabricating, falsifying, or manipulating data is unacceptable and will result in immediate rejection of the manuscript.

  3. Conflict of Interest
    Authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the research or its interpretation. This includes financial, personal, or professional interests that could be perceived as a conflict.

  4. Authorship
    Only those who have made substantial contributions to the research should be included as authors. All authors must approve the final manuscript and agree to be listed in the authorship. Any changes in authorship should be made before submission and approved by all co-authors.

  5. Ethical Approval
    Research involving human subjects or animals must have appropriate ethical approval from relevant authorities. Authors must include details of ethical approval in the manuscript.

  6. Revisions and Corrections
    If an author becomes aware of any significant errors or inaccuracies in their published work, they must promptly notify the journal to facilitate corrections or retractions as needed.

Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers

  1. Confidentiality
    Reviewers must maintain confidentiality and not disclose any information about the manuscript or the review process to third parties without permission from the editorial team.

  2. Impartiality
    Reviewers should evaluate manuscripts based on their academic merit, without bias towards the authors, their institution, or their personal interests. Reviews should be constructive, objective, and based on clear evidence.

  3. Conflict of Interest
    Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the manuscript they are reviewing. If a reviewer feels unable to provide an unbiased evaluation due to personal or professional reasons, they should decline to review the manuscript.

  4. Timeliness
    Reviewers should complete their review within the timeframe provided. If they are unable to meet the deadline, they should inform the editorial team as soon as possible.

Ethical Guidelines for Editors

  1. Fairness and Impartiality
    Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair and unbiased review process. They must treat all submitted manuscripts impartially and make decisions based solely on academic merit.

  2. Confidentiality
    Editors must protect the confidentiality of all manuscripts and personal information related to the authors, reviewers, and editorial process. Manuscripts should not be used for personal gain.

  3. Handling Conflicts of Interest
    Editors should not handle manuscripts where they have conflicts of interest with the authors. In such cases, another editor should be assigned to handle the manuscript.

  4. Publication Decisions
    Editors are responsible for deciding which manuscripts will be published, based on the peer review process. The decision should be based on the quality, originality, and relevance of the manuscript to the journal's scope.

  5. Corrections and Retractions
    Editors must ensure that any errors or inaccuracies in published articles are addressed. If necessary, corrections, clarifications, or retractions should be made in a timely manner to maintain the integrity of the journal.

Ethical Guidelines for Publishers

  1. Transparency
    Publishers must ensure that the publication process is transparent, including the review and decision-making processes, and that authors and readers have access to necessary information about the journal’s policies.

  2. Protection of Intellectual Property
    Publishers should ensure that authors’ intellectual property rights are respected and that proper attribution is given to the creators of any work published in the journal.

  3. Compliance with Legal and Ethical Standards
    Publishers must ensure that the journal complies with relevant legal requirements, including copyright, privacy, and confidentiality laws.

By adhering to these ethical guidelines, EL Dirham strives to maintain the integrity, credibility, and academic rigor of the journal while ensuring that all stakeholders involved in the publication process are treated fairly and ethically.