Publication Ethics

"AQLEEM A SUKHAN" is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publication ethics. We adhere to the guidelines outlined by international organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee on Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Our ethical principles include:

• Authorship: All authors must have made substantial contributions to the research, writing, and review of the manuscript. Ghost authorship and guest authorship are strictly prohibited.
• Plagiarism: All content must be original and properly cited. Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is considered a serious ethical violation.
• Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its interpretation.
• Data Integrity: Data collection, analysis, and reporting must be accurate and transparent. Falsification, fabrication, or manipulation of data is unacceptable.
• Peer Review: The peer review process is conducted independently and confidentially. Reviewers must provide constructive feedback and maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript.
• Publication Ethics: We follow best practices for publication ethics, including addressing issues of retractions, corrections, and clarifications.

By adhering to these principles, "AQLEEM A SUKHAN" aims to ensure the integrity and credibility of the research published in our journal.