Publication Ethics Policy

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to Archives of Case Reports are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards in publishing. Authors must ensure that:

  • Originality and Integrity: Submitted manuscripts are entirely original and properly cite all sources.
  • No Plagiarism: Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, data manipulation, and duplicate submissions, is strictly prohibited.
  • Authorship Transparency: All contributors who made significant scientific contributions are appropriately credited.
  • Ethical Research Practices: Clinical case studies must have patient consent, and any research involving human or animal subjects must follow ethical guidelines.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Any financial, institutional, or personal conflicts of interest must be disclosed.
  • Corrections and Retractions: If an error or ethical concern arises after publication, authors must cooperate in issuing corrections or retractions.

Reviewer Responsibilities

The peer review process is a cornerstone of scholarly publishing at Archives of Case Reports. Reviewers must:

  • Maintain Confidentiality: Unpublished manuscripts must not be shared or discussed outside the review process.
  • Provide Constructive Feedback: Reviews should be professional, objective, and contribute to improving manuscript quality.
  • Identify Ethical Issues: Any suspicion of data fabrication, plagiarism, or ethical violations should be reported.
  • Declare Conflicts of Interest: If a reviewer has any competing interests with the authors or content, they must recuse themselves.
  • Ensure Timely Reviews: Timeliness in the review process is essential to maintain an efficient publication cycle.

Editorial Responsibilities

The editorial team at Archives of Case Reports is committed to upholding ethical publishing practices by ensuring:

  • Fair and Transparent Review: All editorial decisions are based on academic merit and research quality.
  • Confidentiality: Manuscripts, reviewer identities, and author details remain confidential.
  • Handling of Research Misconduct: Any suspected misconduct, such as duplicate submissions or ethical violations, will be investigated.
  • Retractions and Corrections: If necessary, published articles may be corrected or retracted to maintain the integrity of the journal.

Research Integrity and Misconduct

Archives of Case Reports maintains a strict stance against research misconduct, including:

  • Plagiarism: All submissions are checked for plagiarism using advanced detection software.
  • Fabrication and Falsification: Deliberate data manipulation or misrepresentation is prohibited.
  • Duplicate Submissions: Authors must not submit the same work to multiple journals simultaneously.
  • Unethical Research: Any research conducted without appropriate ethical approvals or patient consent is unacceptable.

If a violation is confirmed, appropriate actions will be taken, including manuscript rejection, retraction, or notification to the author’s institution.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

Archives of Case Reports is dedicated to maintaining ethical standards in medical publishing. By following international guidelines, we ensure the credibility and reliability of published case reports.

For ethical concerns or to report an issue, please contact the editorial office at [email protected].