At IOASD Publisher, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in the publication process. Our publication ethics are guided by principles of integrity, transparency, fairness, and accountability, ensuring that our journals and books contribute to the advancement of knowledge while maintaining the trust of the academic and research community. The following outlines the ethical guidelines for authors, reviewers, editors, and the publisher.

Ethical Guidelines for Authors
Originality and Plagiarism: Authors are expected to submit original works that have not been previously published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. All sources must be properly cited, and the use of others’ ideas or text must be acknowledged.

Data Integrity: Authors should ensure that all data presented in their manuscript is accurate and free from falsification. The research should be based on valid data, and results should be reported honestly without fabrication, manipulation, or selective reporting of results.

Authorship: Authorship should be based on substantial contributions to the research, including conception, design, data collection, analysis, and manuscript writing. All individuals who have made significant contributions should be listed as co-authors. The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors approve the final manuscript and agree with its submission.

Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could affect the research or its interpretation. These could include funding sources, relationships with organizations, or personal biases that could influence the research outcomes.

Human and Animal Rights: If the research involves human participants or animals, authors must ensure that ethical standards and guidelines are followed. Appropriate consent must be obtained, and any relevant ethical approvals from institutional review boards should be stated in the manuscript.

Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers
Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat manuscripts as confidential documents. The contents of the manuscript should not be shared with others or used for personal gain. Reviewers must not use unpublished data, arguments, or interpretations in the manuscript for their own research.

Objectivity: Reviews should be conducted objectively, and reviewers must provide clear, constructive, and unbiased feedback based solely on the quality and merit of the manuscript. Personal criticism of the author(s) is not acceptable.

Conflict of Interest: Reviewers should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their evaluation. If a reviewer feels that they cannot be impartial, they should recuse themselves from the review process.

Timeliness: Reviewers are expected to complete their reviews within the designated time frame. If additional time is required, they should inform the editor in advance. Delays in the review process can impact the timely publication of the journal.

Ethical Guidelines for Editors
Fairness and Impartiality: Editors must evaluate manuscripts based on their intellectual merit and contribution to the field, regardless of the author’s race, gender, religious beliefs, nationality, or institutional affiliation. The decision to accept or reject a manuscript should be based solely on its scientific content and relevance to the journal’s scope.

Confidentiality: Editors must ensure that all manuscripts are kept confidential throughout the review and publication process. Manuscripts must not be disclosed to anyone other than the reviewers and the editorial team, unless authorized by the author.

Conflict of Interest: Editors should avoid any personal, professional, or financial conflicts of interest that could influence their editorial decisions. Any potential conflicts must be disclosed, and editors should recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where they have a conflict.

Publication Ethics: Editors have a responsibility to detect and prevent plagiarism, duplicate publication, and other forms of research misconduct. If ethical concerns arise, editors should take appropriate action, including conducting investigations and, if necessary, retracting articles.

Transparency: Editors should maintain transparency in the decision-making process and ensure that authors and reviewers are aware of the process and any decisions made. They should also provide authors with clear feedback based on reviewers’ comments.

Ethical Guidelines for the Publisher
Responsibility for Content: IOASD Publisher ensures that all content published is in accordance with ethical guidelines and that it reflects the highest standards of academic integrity. The publisher also takes responsibility for ensuring compliance with legal and ethical regulations regarding copyright, plagiarism, and intellectual property rights.

Corrections, Retractions, and Complaints: The publisher is committed to addressing any ethical issues that arise after publication, including correcting errors, issuing retractions for fraudulent or misleading research, and responding to complaints from authors or readers. All corrections and retractions will be clearly communicated in a transparent and timely manner.

Ensuring Accessibility: IOASD Publisher is committed to ensuring that all published works are freely accessible to the global academic community, in compliance with open access and fair usage principles.

Plagiarism and Copyright Policy
Plagiarism Detection: IOASD Publisher utilizes plagiarism detection tools to ensure that all manuscripts are free from plagiarism. Any manuscript found to be plagiarized will be rejected, and the author(s) will be notified.

Copyright: Authors retain the copyright of their work but are required to grant the publisher a license to publish and distribute the content. The publisher ensures that the necessary copyright permissions for any third-party materials (such as figures, tables, or images) are obtained.

Conclusion
At IOASD Publisher, we are committed to upholding ethical standards throughout the publishing process. By adhering to these ethical guidelines, we aim to ensure the credibility, integrity, and reliability of the research we publish, and to maintain the trust of our authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. We believe that the responsible conduct of research and publication is fundamental to the advancement of knowledge and the success of the academic community.