International Journal of Intelligent Computing Systems

Publication Ethics

The International Journal of Intelligent Computing Systems is firmly dedicated to ethical standards and responsible publishing practices. All participants in the publication process—authors, reviewers, editors, and the publisher—are expected to follow clear ethical principles to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability. These guidelines are aligned with the best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Responsibilities of Authors

• Submit only original, unpublished work and avoid simultaneous submission to other journals.
• Provide accurate data and results, along with appropriate citations for all referenced material.
• Disclose any financial support, affiliations, or conflicts of interest that may influence the manuscript.
• Ensure that all listed authors have made meaningful contributions and approve the final version.
• Respond promptly to feedback and cooperate during revisions or corrections when required.

Responsibilities of Editors

• Evaluate submissions solely on academic merit and relevance, without discrimination or bias.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all manuscripts under review.
• Prevent and address any conflicts of interest in the editorial process.
• Take appropriate actions in cases of suspected misconduct or ethical concerns.
• Ensure that the journal maintains consistency with recognized ethical and editorial standards.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

• Conduct evaluations fairly, constructively, and within the agreed timeline.
• Keep all manuscript content confidential and avoid personal use of unpublished material.
• Identify possible ethical issues such as plagiarism or duplication, and notify the editor.
• Declare any competing interests before accepting a review assignment.

Responsibilities of the Publisher

• Safeguard editorial independence and uphold ethical policies in all publishing decisions.
• Ensure a transparent process for manuscript handling, peer review, and publication.
• Provide infrastructure to support digital preservation and long-term accessibility of articles.
• Promote integrity, accountability, and academic excellence in every aspect of publishing.