Publication Ethics
Commitment to Ethical Standards
The Journal of Chemistry and Environmental Research is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in scholarly publishing. The journal follows internationally recognized guidelines to ensure ethical practices in research, authorship, peer review, and publication.
Originality and Prohibited Practices
All submitted manuscripts must represent original work and should not have been published or submitted elsewhere. Authors are expected to ensure accuracy of data, proper citation of sources, and acknowledgment of all contributions. The following practices are strictly prohibited:
Plagiarism
Unauthorized use of text, data, or ideas
Data Fabrication
Making up research data
Data Falsification
Manipulating research data
Duplicate Publication
Submitting same manuscript elsewhere
Any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, or duplicate publication is strictly prohibited and will result in rejection or retraction.
Authorship Criteria
Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the research. All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission. Any changes in authorship after submission must be clearly justified and approved by the editorial office.
Peer Review Process
The journal follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure impartial and unbiased evaluation. Reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality, provide objective assessments, and disclose any conflicts of interest. Editors are responsible for making fair and independent decisions based solely on the scientific merit of the manuscript.
Conflict of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its evaluation. Transparency in funding sources and affiliations is essential to maintain trust in the published work.
Handling of Ethical Misconduct
In cases of ethical misconduct, including plagiarism or data manipulation, the journal will take appropriate action in accordance with established guidelines:
Rejection
Immediate manuscript rejection
Corrections
Publication of corrections
Retraction
Removal of published article
Notification
Informing relevant institutions
This may include manuscript rejection, publication of corrections, or retraction of the article, along with notification to relevant institutions when necessary.
The journal is dedicated to preserving the integrity of the scientific record and encourages all stakeholders to adhere to ethical standards, ensuring credibility, accountability, and trust in scholarly communication.