Publication Ethics

Introduction

"Al-Bahth" (the Arabic word for "research") is a scholarly journal dedicated to promoting high-quality research across various disciplines. To ensure the integrity and credibility of published works, "Al-Bahth" adheres to the following ethical guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors.

Authorship

  • Originality: Submitted manuscripts must be original work, not previously published elsewhere. Authors must disclose any prior presentations or publications related to the research.
  • Authorship Attribution: Authorship should be limited to those who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All authors must approve the final version submitted for publication.
  • Corresponding Author: A designated corresponding author is responsible for communication with the editorial team and ensuring all co-authors are informed and agree to publication.

Research Conduct

  • Ethical Research Practices: Authors must ensure their research adheres to ethical research principles, including informed consent for human subjects, responsible animal research protocols, and data confidentiality.
  • Data Sharing: Authors are encouraged to share underlying data upon reasonable request, following ethical and legal considerations.

Publication Ethics

  • Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism: "Al-Bahth" has a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. Authors must properly cite all sources and avoid excessive self-citation.
  • Duplicate Publication: Submitting the same research to multiple journals concurrently constitutes unethical publication practice.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as financial ties to companies or organizations that might influence the research findings.

Peer Review

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat submitted manuscripts with strict confidentiality. They should not share any information with unauthorized individuals.
  • Fairness and Objectivity: Reviews should be conducted objectively and based solely on the scientific merit of the manuscript. Reviewers should avoid personal biases and conflicts of interest.
  • Timeliness: Reviewers should provide prompt and constructive feedback to the authors.

Editorial Decisions

  • Fairness and Objectivity: Editorial decisions on manuscript acceptance or rejection will be based solely on the quality, originality, and relevance of the research. Editors will not be influenced by factors such as author nationality, ethnicity, or affiliation.
  • Retraction: Editors reserve the right to retract published articles in cases of proven misconduct, such as plagiarism, data falsification, or ethical violations.

Conclusion

"Al-Bahth" is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. By adhering to these guidelines, authors, reviewers, and editors can ensure the integrity and credibility of published research. This, in turn, contributes to the advancement of knowledge and fosters trust within the academic community.

Additional Notes

  • "Al-Bahth" may consider adopting specific guidelines for specific disciplines within the journal's scope.
  • Authors are encouraged to consult relevant ethical codes of their respective fields.