Publication Ethics & Malpractice Statement

IJECSDV upholds the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice.

Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must:

  • Submit original work
  • Properly cite sources
  • Avoid plagiarism and data fabrication
  • Disclose conflicts of interest
  • Ensure authorship accuracy

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers must:

  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Provide objective evaluations
  • Declare conflicts of interest
  • Identify relevant published works not cited

Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for:

  • Fair and unbiased editorial decisions
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Preventing conflicts of interest
  • Addressing ethical concerns promptly

The journal may take appropriate actions against ethical misconduct, including rejection, retraction, or reporting to relevant institutions where necessary.