Author Guidelines

IJIV adheres to the principles set by the Committee on Publication Ethics.

Author Responsibilities

  • Submit original, unpublished work
  • Properly cite all sources
  • Disclose conflicts of interest
  • Avoid plagiarism (maximum similarity index: 15%)

Editorial Responsibilities

  • Ensure fair and unbiased decisions
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Address ethical concerns promptly

Reviewer Responsibilities

  • Provide objective evaluations
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Declare conflicts of interest

Misconduct Handling

Cases of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical behavior will result in:

  • Immediate rejection or retraction
  • Notification to affiliated institutions

Retractions and Corrections

IJIV publishes corrections or retractions when necessary to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.