Publication Ethics

International Journal of Engineering, Science and Environment (IJESE)

Peer-Reviewed | Open Access | International Research Journal

The International Journal of Engineering, Science and Environment (IJESE) is fully committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, research integrity, and academic transparency. The journal strictly follows the guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure responsible publishing practices across all stages of the editorial and peer-review process.

All participants in the publication process, including authors, reviewers, and editors, are expected to adhere to internationally recognized ethical standards to maintain the credibility and quality of scholarly communication.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to IJESE must ensure that their work is:

  • Completely original and free from plagiarism
  • Not submitted or published elsewhere simultaneously
  • Supported by accurate data and proper research methodology
  • Accompanied by appropriate permissions for any third-party material used
  • Free from undisclosed conflicts of interest

Authors are also required to properly acknowledge all sources and contributions used in their research work.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality of published research. They are expected to:

  • Provide objective, constructive, and unbiased evaluations
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
  • Avoid conflicts of interest when reviewing assigned papers
  • Support editorial decisions with clear and professional feedback

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair and transparent publication process. Their responsibilities include:

  • Making impartial editorial decisions based on academic merit
  • Ensuring a rigorous and unbiased peer-review process
  • Managing conflicts of interest appropriately
  • Safeguarding the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
  • Upholding the overall integrity of the journal

Plagiarism and Research Misconduct

The International Journal of Engineering, Science and Environment (IJESE) has a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism, duplicate submission, data fabrication, and other forms of academic misconduct. All submitted manuscripts are screened for originality before peer review.

Any identified ethical violation may result in:

  • Immediate rejection of the manuscript
  • Retraction of published articles (if detected post-publication)
  • Notification to relevant institutions or authorities when necessary

Corrections and Retractions

In cases where errors, ethical concerns, or inaccuracies are identified after publication, the journal will issue appropriate corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions to maintain transparency and academic trust.

Through strict adherence to COPE guidelines and ethical publishing standards, IJESE ensures the integrity, reliability, and global credibility of all published research in engineering, science, and environmental studies.