PUBLICATION ETHICS

Publication Ethics for GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research

GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity, ensuring that all aspects of the publication process are transparent, fair, and uphold academic rigor. This document outlines the ethical guidelines for authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers, in line with international best practices and Scopus-indexed journal standards.

1. Responsibilities of Authors

1.1 Originality and Plagiarism

  • Original Manuscripts: Authors must submit original work that has not been previously published or is under consideration elsewhere. This ensures the integrity of the research and prevents duplicate publication or overlap of content.

  • Plagiarism: Plagiarism, which includes using someone else's work, ideas, or data without proper attribution, is strictly prohibited. This includes both direct plagiarism (copying text) and indirect plagiarism (paraphrasing without citation). Authors are encouraged to use plagiarism detection tools.

  • Self-Plagiarism: Self-plagiarism occurs when authors reuse parts of their own previous work without proper acknowledgment. Authors should not submit manuscripts with overlapping content or data from their previous publications unless significant new contributions are made.

1.2 Authorship

  • Contributions: Only those who have made significant intellectual contributions to the research and the manuscript writing should be listed as authors. All authors should approve the final manuscript before submission.

  • Acknowledgments: Individuals who contributed to the study but did not meet the authorship criteria should be acknowledged in the Acknowledgments section.

1.3 Conflicts of Interest

  • Disclosure: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could affect the research or manuscript. This helps to ensure the impartiality and objectivity of the research.

  • Funding: All sources of financial support for the research must be disclosed. This includes funding from governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, corporations, or any other entities that may have a vested interest in the research outcome.

1.4 Research Integrity and Data Management

  • Accuracy of Data: Authors must ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data presented in the manuscript. Fabricating, falsifying, or manipulating data in any way is strictly prohibited.

  • Raw Data Availability: Authors should be prepared to provide the raw data if requested for verification purposes. The journal may request data sets for replication or additional analysis if needed.

  • Ethical Approval: For research involving human subjects or animals, authors must provide evidence of ethical approval from a relevant ethics committee or institutional review board (IRB). Informed consent from participants must be obtained and documented.

1.5 Multiple Submissions

  • Exclusive Submission: Manuscripts submitted to GIMER must not be under review elsewhere. Authors should ensure that their manuscript is not simultaneously submitted to multiple journals, as this can lead to conflicts and delays in publication.

1.6 Ethical Considerations for Human and Animal Research

  • Human Research: Research involving human participants must follow ethical guidelines outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki. Authors must obtain informed consent from participants and ensure compliance with relevant privacy and data protection regulations.

  • Animal Research: Studies involving animals must comply with national and international ethical guidelines for the care and use of laboratory animals. Authors must describe how the research minimized harm to animals.

2. Responsibilities of Editors

2.1 Editorial Independence

  • Decision-Making: Editors are responsible for making decisions based solely on the academic quality of the manuscripts, free from personal, political, or financial influences. Editorial decisions must be based on the quality, originality, and significance of the research.

2.2 Confidentiality

  • Protection of Manuscripts: Editors must maintain confidentiality throughout the peer review process. Manuscripts and all correspondence related to them should not be disclosed to others without the authors' consent.

2.3 Peer Review

  • Fairness: Editors should ensure that the peer review process is fair, unbiased, and transparent. Manuscripts should be evaluated based on their academic merit and relevance to the field.

  • Reviewer Selection: Editors must select peer reviewers who are qualified in the relevant research area to provide constructive feedback on the quality of the manuscript.

2.4 Conflicts of Interest

  • Disclosure: Editors must disclose any conflicts of interest when handling manuscripts. If an editor has a conflict of interest, they must recuse themselves from the decision-making process and assign the manuscript to another editor.

2.5 Misconduct and Ethical Violations

  • Investigation: Editors are responsible for investigating any allegations of misconduct, including plagiarism, data manipulation, or unethical authorship practices. If misconduct is identified, editors must take appropriate actions, including retraction or correction of the manuscript.

3. Responsibilities of Reviewers

3.1 Fair and Constructive Review

  • Impartiality: Reviewers must evaluate manuscripts objectively, based solely on their academic quality. Personal biases or relationships should not influence the review process.

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat the manuscript as confidential and should not share the manuscript or discuss its contents with others without permission from the editor.

3.2 Timeliness

  • Review Process: Reviewers are expected to complete their reviews within the designated time frame. Timely reviews help ensure the efficient processing of manuscripts for publication.

3.3 Ethical Obligations

  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest that might influence their ability to provide an unbiased review. If a conflict of interest exists, reviewers should recuse themselves from the review process.

4. Responsibilities of Publishers

4.1 Commitment to Ethical Standards

  • Ethical Publishing: The publisher ensures that the journal adheres to the highest ethical standards, in accordance with COPE guidelines, to maintain the integrity and credibility of the academic publishing process.

4.2 Transparency

  • Clear Processes: The publisher should clearly outline the journal’s publication process, including submission guidelines, peer review procedures, and ethical standards to ensure transparency.

4.3 Complaints and Appeals

  • Handling Disputes: The publisher must have a clear process for handling complaints and appeals from authors, reviewers, or readers. These processes must be fair and transparent.

4.4 Retractions and Corrections

  • Timely Actions: If errors or ethical violations are found in published articles, the publisher is responsible for issuing retractions or corrections promptly. These actions should be communicated clearly to readers.

5. Handling of Misconduct and Ethical Violations

5.1 Investigation

  • Thorough Investigation: Allegations of research misconduct (such as plagiarism, data falsification, or unethical authorship) will be investigated thoroughly by the editorial team in collaboration with the publisher. COPE guidelines will be followed throughout the investigation process.

5.2 Retraction and Correction Procedures

  • Retraction: If a published article contains significant errors or ethical violations, it may be retracted. Retractions will be communicated to readers, and the reasons for retraction will be clearly explained.

  • Correction: Minor errors in published articles, such as typographical errors or missing references, will be corrected through erratum or corrigendum notices. These corrections will be communicated to readers in a timely manner.

GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research is dedicated to maintaining high standards of academic publishing integrity. By adhering to these publication ethics, the journal ensures that all published research is reliable, transparent, and ethically sound. This promotes the credibility of the journal and contributes to the development of high-quality research in management and economic studies.

6. Post-Publication, Discussion & Corrections

GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research is committed to maintaining the integrity of all published content, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of its articles. We encourage open discussion and engagement with our research to foster a collaborative academic environment. In cases where post-publication issues arise, we have a structured process in place for addressing discussions, errors, and corrections.

1. Post-Publication Discussion

  • Open Access for Engagement: As an open-access journal, GIMER encourages readers, researchers, and practitioners to engage with the content published in the journal. We believe that ongoing discussions, debates, and scholarly dialogue enhance the value of research and contribute to academic progress.

  • Commentaries and Responses: Readers may submit commentaries, letters to the editor, or responses to articles published in the journal. These submissions will be considered for publication if they add value to the academic discourse and provide meaningful insights or critiques of the original research.

  • Engagement with Authors: Authors are encouraged to engage with comments or discussions related to their work. Responses to post-publication discussions can be submitted as part of ongoing dialogue with the academic community.

2. Post-Publication Corrections

While GIMER strives for the highest editorial standards, occasional errors may be discovered in published articles. In such cases, we are committed to making corrections in a transparent and timely manner.

  • Types of Corrections:

    • Erratum: An erratum will be issued if there are minor errors in the published article, such as typographical mistakes, incorrect references, or minor factual inaccuracies that do not affect the core findings of the study. These errors will be corrected without altering the meaning or interpretation of the research.

    • Corrigendum: A corrigendum will be issued if the error is more substantial but does not affect the overall conclusions of the article. This could involve incorrect data or significant typographical errors that need to be clarified.

    • Retraction: In the case of significant errors that affect the validity or reliability of the research (such as data fabrication, plagiarism, or ethical violations), a retraction will be issued. This may also occur if the research methodology is found to be deeply flawed or if there are conflicts of interest not disclosed during the original publication process.

    • Addendum: An addendum may be published to include additional data, updated research, or further clarification that enhances the original work without altering its core findings.

  • Process for Correction:

    1. Identification of the Error: Authors or readers who identify errors in published articles can notify the editorial team via email at [contact email]. The nature of the error should be clearly stated, and any supporting evidence for correction should be provided.

    2. Investigation and Evaluation: The editorial team will review the submitted error, consult with the authors (if necessary), and assess the impact of the error on the article’s findings and conclusions.

    3. Decision: Based on the evaluation, the editorial team will decide on the appropriate course of action. If necessary, the issue will be discussed with the authors before any corrections, errata, corrigenda, or retractions are published.

    4. Publication of the Correction: The correction, erratum, corrigendum, or retraction will be published alongside the original article with a clear indication that a correction has been made. A link to the correction will be provided in the original article, and readers will be notified of the update.

  • Timeliness of Corrections: We aim to address post-publication corrections within a reasonable time frame to ensure that published research maintains its integrity and that readers are informed of any changes.

3. Retractions

In rare instances where research is found to be fundamentally flawed or unethical, GIMER will issue a retraction. A retraction is a formal statement that the article should no longer be considered part of the scientific literature.

  • Reasons for Retraction:

    • Data fabrication or falsification

    • Plagiarism

    • Ethical issues or violations (e.g., lack of informed consent, unapproved use of human or animal subjects)

    • Duplicate publication or authorship disputes

    • Any other significant issue that undermines the validity of the research

  • Retraction Process:

    • The editorial team will investigate the issue and consult with the authors. If the findings support a retraction, a formal statement will be issued alongside the retracted article. The article will remain available on the website but will be clearly marked as retracted, including a note explaining the reason for the retraction.

    • In cases of severe misconduct, further steps may be taken, such as notifying the authors’ institutions or relevant bodies.

4. Communication and Transparency

  • Transparency in Corrections: All corrections, errata, and retractions will be communicated clearly and transparently, ensuring that the scientific record remains accurate.

  • Public Disclosure: We believe in maintaining the trust of our readers, authors, and the academic community. All corrections, including errata, corrigenda, and retractions, will be disclosed publicly and will remain accessible to ensure transparency in the scholarly process.

This Post-Publication, Discussion & Corrections section ensures that GIMER maintains its commitment to scholarly integrity, providing a transparent and responsible approach to handling discussions, corrections, and potential errors in published articles