Publication Ethics

The VISKES Journal is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in the publication process. We adhere to the guidelines established by the National Health Research and Development Ethics Commission and follow a strict ethical code in managing the publication of health-related research. This statement describes the ethical behavior expected from all parties involved in the publication process, including editors, authors, and reviewers.

Editorial Responsibilities

The editorial board of VISKES is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the journal and its content. Editors must make unbiased decisions based on the quality and significance of the research, without any conflicts of interest. The editorial team ensures that all submissions are evaluated fairly and objectively, following a rigorous peer-review process. They also protect the confidentiality of the authors and reviewers and avoid any form of misconduct, such as plagiarism, conflicts of interest, or unethical practices in the editorial process.

Authors' Responsibilities

Authors submitting articles to VISKES are expected to adhere to high standards of ethical behavior in research and publication. Authors must ensure that their work is original, properly cited, and free from any form of plagiarism. All sources used in the research should be appropriately referenced, and any conflicts of interest must be disclosed. Authors should also ensure that all research participants have given their informed consent and that ethical approval has been obtained for any research involving human subjects or animals.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

Peer reviewers play an essential role in maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. Reviewers are expected to provide constructive, unbiased, and timely feedback on submitted manuscripts. They must treat all manuscripts as confidential and should not use any information from the manuscript for personal advantage. Reviewers should notify the editor if they identify any conflicts of interest or if they believe the manuscript has been previously published or plagiarized.

Publication Malpractice

VISKES is committed to preventing any form of publication malpractice. Any unethical behavior, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, or duplicate publication, is strictly prohibited. The editorial board actively works to detect and prevent such malpractice. If any unethical behavior is detected, appropriate actions will be taken, including retracting the publication or notifying the relevant institutions.

Conflicts of Interest

All parties involved in the publication process—editors, authors, and reviewers—must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their judgment. Any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could be perceived as a conflict of interest must be clearly stated in the manuscript and in the accompanying documentation. Failure to disclose conflicts of interest may result in the rejection of a submission or retraction of a published article.

Final Decision on Publication

The editorial board has the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts. This decision is based on the feedback from peer reviewers, the significance of the research, and its relevance to the scope of the journal. The editorial team will ensure that the review process is transparent and free from bias, and all decisions will be made in the best interest of scientific integrity.

By submitting to VISKES, authors, reviewers, and editors agree to follow the ethical guidelines outlined above. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in the publication process.