Publication Policy
At Sainstifica Publishing, we uphold rigorous editorial standards and ethical practices to ensure the credibility and quality of the research we publish. Our policies are designed to ensure a fair, transparent, and effective review and publication process, with an unwavering commitment to academic integrity.
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Author Responsibilities:
Authors submitting to our journals must ensure that their work is original, accurate, and contributes new insights to the field. Manuscripts should not be under consideration by any other journal, and they should not have been previously published in any form. Authors are expected to provide clear, reliable data and transparent methodologies. -
Peer Review Process:
Sainstifica employs a thorough, double-blind peer review process that guarantees impartial evaluation of each manuscript. Each submission is reviewed by experts in the field, ensuring that only high-quality research is published. The peer review process involves:- Initial assessment: The manuscript is checked for completeness, relevance, and adherence to the journal’s scope.
- Peer review: Independent reviewers assess the scientific merit, methodology, and validity of the research.
- Revisions and final approval: Authors address reviewers' feedback, and the revised manuscript is assessed before final approval for publication.
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Generative AI Policy:
To maintain the authenticity and academic integrity of the research, the use of generative AI tools or large language models (LLM) in the creation of results or content is strictly prohibited. Manuscripts must be the product of the author’s own research, thought processes, and intellectual contributions. -
Author Accountability:
Authors are solely responsible for the accuracy, validity, and integrity of their work. This includes ensuring that their research complies with all ethical guidelines and international standards. Authors must promptly correct any errors or inaccuracies identified in their work post-publication. -
Data Availability and Transparency:
Authors are required to provide access to raw data, materials, and protocols used in the research upon request. In line with best practices in science, Sainstifica encourages authors to deposit data and other supplementary materials in publicly accessible repositories to facilitate transparency and reproducibility. -
Research Integrity and Ethical Practices:
Manuscripts must adhere to the highest standards of scientific integrity. Fabricating data, falsifying results, or engaging in any form of scientific misconduct is not tolerated. All authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, funding sources, or affiliations that could influence the outcome or interpretation of the research.