Publication Ethics

The International Journal of Applied Research and Sustainable Sciences (IJARSS) is a peer-reviewed journal published monthly by Multitech Publisher. It holds the official registration number AHU-036359.AH.01.30.Tahun 2023 and is based in Berastagi, North Sumatra, Indonesia. As an open-access journal, it is available online. The following section outlines the ethical responsibilities of authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher, following COPE’s Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Publication Ethics Guidelines

Publishing an article in IJARSS is a vital step in establishing a reliable and credible network of knowledge. It reflects the quality and integrity of the authors' work and their affiliated institutions. Peer-reviewed publications uphold scientific integrity and credibility. Multitech Publisher is committed to ethical publishing standards, ensuring editorial decisions remain independent of commercial influences, such as advertisements or sponsorships.

Editorial Decision-Making

The IJARSS editorial team is responsible for selecting manuscripts for publication based on their validity and relevance to readers and scholars. Editorial decisions are guided by journal policies and legal standards related to plagiarism, copyright infringement, and defamation. Editors may consult with other reviewers or editorial board members when necessary.

Fair and Unbiased Evaluation

All submitted manuscripts are evaluated solely on intellectual merit, without discrimination based on authors’ gender, ethnicity, nationality, religion, political views, or any other personal attributes.

Confidentiality

Editors and editorial staff must maintain confidentiality regarding all submitted manuscripts, disclosing information only to the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, editorial advisors, or the publisher when appropriate.

Conflicts of Interest and Disclosure

Editors must not use unpublished information from submitted manuscripts for their own research without the explicit written consent of the authors.

Responsibilities of Authors

Accuracy and Reporting Standards
Authors should provide an honest, accurate, and objective presentation of their research. The manuscript should include sufficient details and references to allow replication. Misleading or false statements are considered unethical.
Data Access and Retention
Authors must provide raw data for editorial review and, if possible, make it publicly available. Data should be retained for a reasonable period following publication.
Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure their work is original and appropriately cite any borrowed words or ideas.
Multiple and Redundant Submissions
Authors should not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously, as this is unethical.
Acknowledgment of Sources
Proper acknowledgment of sources is required for any work that has influenced the research.
Authorship Criteria
Only individuals who have significantly contributed to the study should be listed as authors. Co-authors must approve the final manuscript before submission.
Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any financial or other conflicts of interest that could affect the interpretation of their findings. All funding sources must be acknowledged.
Corrections and Retractions
If significant errors are discovered in a published work, the author must inform the editor and collaborate on corrections or retractions.
Ethical Research Considerations
Any study involving hazardous chemicals, procedures, or equipment must clearly state potential risks.

Responsibilities of Editors

Fair and Unbiased Review
Editors must assess manuscripts based on academic merit, without discrimination based on personal attributes.
Confidentiality
Information about submitted manuscripts must not be disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
Plagiarism and Originality Checks
Editors must ensure that submitted manuscripts are original and appropriately cited.
Avoiding Redundant Publications
Editors should prevent the submission of duplicate or redundant manuscripts.
Proper Citation of Sources
Editors should verify that all sources are appropriately cited.
Authorship Verification
Editors must ensure that only those who contributed significantly to the research are listed as authors.
Managing Conflicts of Interest
Editors should require authors to disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
Correction and Retraction Policies
If an error is found in a published work, editors should take corrective action.
Ensuring Ethical Research Standards
Editors must ensure that manuscripts disclose any risks related to chemicals, procedures, or research methods.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Supporting Editorial Decisions
Reviewers assist editors in making informed publication decisions and help authors improve their work.
Timely Review Process
Reviewers should promptly inform editors if they cannot complete the review process.
Objective and Constructive Feedback
Reviews should be impartial, providing constructive feedback without personal criticism.
Maintaining Confidentiality
Reviewers must keep manuscripts confidential and refrain from sharing information without authorization.
Identifying Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers should not evaluate manuscripts in which they have a conflict of interest.
Recognizing Uncited Work
Reviewers should identify relevant works that have not been cited and report any overlap with other published materials.