Duties of Authors

Reporting Standards

Authors presenting results of original research should provide an accurate and clear description of the work conducted, together with an objective interpretation of its significance. The manuscript should contain sufficient detail, appropriate references, and transparent methodology so that other researchers can understand and, where applicable, replicate the study. Fabrication, falsification, or deliberate misrepresentation of data constitutes unethical behavior and will not be tolerated.

Data Access and Retention

Authors may be requested to provide the underlying data supporting their research for editorial assessment. When feasible, authors should also be willing to make such data accessible to the public in accordance with recognized data-sharing principles, including those outlined in the ALPSP–STM Statement on Data and Databases. Authors should retain the original research data for a reasonable period following publication.

Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must ensure that their submissions represent entirely original work. Any use of ideas, text, data, or other materials from the work of others must be properly cited or quoted in accordance with accepted scholarly practices.

Multiple or Redundant Publication

Manuscripts describing substantially the same research should not be submitted to more than one journal at the same time. Duplicate or redundant publication is considered unethical and is not permitted.

Acknowledgment of Sources

Authors must appropriately acknowledge the contributions of other scholars whose work has influenced the research. Relevant literature should be cited to recognize prior research and to situate the study within the existing body of knowledge.

Authorship and Contributorship

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All individuals who meet these criteria should be listed as co-authors. Contributors who participated in specific aspects of the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged appropriately. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all listed authors have reviewed and approved the final manuscript and have agreed to its submission.

Research Involving Hazards or Human and Animal Subjects

If the research involves hazardous materials, specialized procedures, or equipment that may pose risks, these should be clearly identified in the manuscript. Research involving human participants or animals should comply with applicable ethical standards and institutional guidelines.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or other relationships that could be perceived as influencing the results or interpretation of their research. All sources of funding or financial support related to the research should also be clearly acknowledged.

Corrections of Significant Errors

If authors discover a substantial error or inaccuracy in their published work, they are obligated to promptly notify the journal editor or publisher. Authors should cooperate with the editorial team to correct the record, which may include issuing a correction or retracting the article when necessary.