Humanitas Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. Authors and co-authors submitting manuscripts to our journal are expected to adhere to the following ethical principles:
1. Originality and Integrity: Authors must ensure that their submissions represent original work, accurately acknowledge the contributions of others, and refrain from engaging in plagiarism, data fabrication, or other forms of academic misconduct. Any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed transparently.
2. Authorship and Collaboration: All individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research should be listed as authors. Proper acknowledgment should be given to individuals who have contributed to the work in other meaningful ways. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all co-authors have agreed to the submission of the manuscript and share accountability for its content.
3. Accuracy and Transparency: Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the research presented in their manuscripts. They should provide sufficient detail and context to enable others to understand and replicate their findings. Any limitations or potential biases in the research should be openly acknowledged.
4. Respect for Human Subjects: Authors conducting research involving human subjects must adhere to ethical principles outlined in relevant guidelines and regulations, including obtaining informed consent, protecting participant confidentiality, and minimizing potential harm or exploitation.
5. Responsible Reporting: Authors should accurately report their findings and interpretations, avoiding selective reporting or misrepresentation of data. They should provide balanced and objective analysis, acknowledging the limitations and uncertainties inherent in scientific inquiry.
6. Peer Review and Feedback: Authors should engage constructively with the peer review process, responding to feedback from reviewers and editors in a respectful and timely manner. They should address any concerns or queries raised during the review process and be open to revising their work based on constructive criticism.
7. Citation and Attribution: Authors should accurately cite and attribute the contributions of others, including previous research and scholarly works that have informed their own work. They should avoid self-plagiarism and ensure that their use of sources is appropriate and ethical.
8. Compliance with Journal Policies: Authors are expected to comply with the editorial policies and guidelines of Humanitas Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences, including formatting requirements, submission procedures, and ethical standards. Any deviations from these policies should be disclosed transparently to the editors.
This Publication Policy Agreement ("Agreement") outlines the terms and conditions governing the submission, review, publication, and distribution of manuscripts submitted to Humanitas Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences ("Journal"). By submitting a manuscript for consideration to the Journal, authors and co-authors ("Authors") agree to abide by the policies and procedures outlined herein.
1. Manuscript Submission and Review Process:
1.1 Authors must submit original manuscripts that have not been previously published, nor are under consideration for publication elsewhere.
1.2 Manuscripts should be submitted electronically through the Journal's online submission system, accompanied by a cover letter affirming compliance with ethical guidelines and authorship criteria.
1.3 Submitted manuscripts will undergo a rigorous peer review process, conducted by experts in the relevant field(s). Authors should respond promptly to feedback and revision requests from reviewers and editors.
2. Authorship and Attribution:
2.1 Authors must ensure that all individuals who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research are listed as co-authors.
2.2 Proper acknowledgment should be given to individuals who have contributed to the research in other meaningful ways, such as providing technical assistance, funding, or mentorship.
3. Ethical Standards and Compliance:
3.1 Authors must adhere to the highest ethical standards in research conduct and reporting, including avoiding plagiarism, data fabrication, and other forms of academic misconduct.
3.2 Research involving human subjects must comply with relevant ethical guidelines and regulations, including obtaining informed consent, protecting participant confidentiality, and minimizing potential harm or exploitation.
4. Copyright and Licensing:
4.1 Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant the Journal a non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, distribute, and display the manuscript in all forms and media, including electronic and print formats.
4.2 Authors are responsible for obtaining any necessary permissions or licenses for the use of copyrighted material included in their manuscript, including figures, tables, and excerpts from other publications.
5. Editorial Decision and Publication:
5.1 The editorial decision regarding the acceptance, revision, or rejection of a manuscript is at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board, based on the recommendations of peer reviewers.
5.2 Accepted manuscripts will be published online and may be included in future print editions of the Journal. Authors will be notified of the publication status and provided with proofs for final approval before publication.
6. Open Access and Archiving:
6.1 The Journal is committed to open access publishing, making published articles freely available to readers worldwide without subscription or access fees.
6.2 Published articles will be archived in digital repositories and databases to ensure long-term preservation and accessibility.
7. Disclaimer and Liability Limitation:
7.1 The views and opinions expressed in published manuscripts are those of the Authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, its editorial team, or sponsoring organizations.
7.2 The Journal and its editorial team make no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content published in the Journal, and shall not be held liable for any damages or losses arising from the use of published material.
8. Amendment and Termination:
8.1 The Journal reserves the right to amend or update this Publication Policy Agreement at any time, with changes communicated to Authors via the Journal's website or other appropriate channels.
8.2 In the event of termination or discontinuation of the Journal, all rights and obligations under this Agreement shall cease, with Authors notified accordingly.