Publication Ethics
Publication Ethics
To uphold the quality of manuscripts and prevent violations such as unethical publication practices or plagiarism, the editorial board of the Journal of Midwifery and Nursing adheres to established publication ethics. These ethical standards apply to authors, editors, members of the editorial board, and the Editor-in-Chief. The journal’s publication ethics refer to the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Editorial Responsibilities
1. Publication Decisions
The editorial team holds full authority to accept, reject, or request revisions based on reviewer reports. Each submitted manuscript is subjected to a peer-review process by at least two experts in the relevant field. The Editor-in-Chief is ultimately responsible for deciding which manuscripts are published, considering the validity of the research, its importance to readers and scholars, reviewer recommendations, and applicable legal considerations such as libel, copyright infringement, and plagiarism. The Editor-in-Chief may consult other editors or reviewers when making these decisions.
2. Manuscript Review
Editors ensure that all submitted manuscripts are evaluated for originality, using appropriate plagiarism detection software prior to peer review.
3. Fairness
Manuscripts are assessed solely on their intellectual content, without discrimination based on gender, race, religion, ethnicity, political belief, nationality, or other personal characteristics.
4. Confidentiality
The Journal of Midwifery and Nursing maintains strict confidentiality concerning all data and personal information involved in the publication process. Manuscripts are not shared with unrelated parties.
5. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Editors must not use unpublished information from submitted manuscripts for personal research without explicit written consent from the authors.
Reviewer Responsibilities
1. Contribution to Editorial Decisions
The Journal of Midwifery and Nursing practices a blind peer-review process. Reviewers assist editors in making editorial decisions and may help authors improve the manuscript through feedback. Reviewers are expected to provide constructive and well-reasoned critiques that enhance the manuscript's quality.
2. Timeliness
Reviewers are expected to complete reviews within the assigned timeframe. If a reviewer cannot meet the deadline, the editorial team will reassign the manuscript to another qualified reviewer.
3. Confidentiality
Manuscripts under review must be treated as confidential documents and must not be shared or discussed with others without editorial permission.
4. Objectivity
Reviewers should evaluate the content objectively and provide clear, reasoned feedback. All comments should be courteous and professional.
5. Acknowledgment of Sources
Reviewers should identify any relevant, uncited work and inform editors of significant similarities or overlaps with existing literature.
6. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must not use unpublished material for personal advantage. They should refrain from reviewing if any conflicts of interest exist, such as personal, financial, or institutional relationships with the authors or related organizations.
Author Responsibilities
1. Reporting Standards
Authors of original research must present an accurate, clear, and complete account of their work. The methodology and results should be described transparently, with sufficient detail, tables, figures, and references. Misleading or inaccurate statements are considered unethical.
2. Data Access and Retention
Authors may be asked to provide raw data for editorial review and should be prepared to retain such data for a reasonable period following publication.
3. Originality and Plagiarism
Submitted manuscripts must be the original work of the authors and not under review elsewhere. Authors must obtain permission for all copyrighted material used and cite all sources appropriately. All submissions undergo plagiarism screening before peer review.
4. Multiple or Concurrent Publication
Submitting the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously is unethical and unacceptable. Authors must confirm that the submitted manuscript has not been published or is not under consideration elsewhere.
5. Acknowledgment of Sources
All relevant sources must be cited. Information obtained privately (e.g., through conversations or correspondence) must not be used without written permission from the source.
6. Authorship
Only individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study should be listed as authors. All authors must approve the final version and consent to submission for publication.
7. Communication with Editors and Reviewers
Authors are expected to respond promptly and professionally to editorial and reviewer comments. If authors choose to withdraw a manuscript during the review process, they must notify the editor immediately.
8. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any financial or other substantive conflicts of interest that could influence their work. All sources of funding and their roles in the research process must be clearly acknowledged.
9. Fundamental Errors in Published Work
If a significant error is discovered in a published work, authors are obligated to promptly inform the editor and cooperate in correcting or retracting the article. If editors are notified of an error by a third party, authors must provide appropriate clarification or correction.
