Screening Plagiarism Policy

GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ensuring that all published content is original and free from plagiarism. To uphold these standards, the journal employs a comprehensive plagiarism detection policy throughout the editorial and publication process.

1. Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is defined as the act of using someone else’s work, ideas, text, or data without proper attribution or permission, and presenting it as one's own. This includes:

  • Direct Plagiarism: Copying text or data verbatim without appropriate citation.

  • Paraphrasing Plagiarism: Rewriting someone else’s ideas or text without proper acknowledgment, even if the words are altered.

  • Self-Plagiarism: Reusing one's own previously published work without proper citation or permission.

  • Data Fabrication/Falsification: Presenting fabricated, manipulated, or misrepresented research data as original.

2. Plagiarism Detection Process

To ensure the originality of submissions, GIMER uses plagiarism detection software as part of its editorial process. The following steps outline how plagiarism is detected and handled:

  1. Initial Submission Review:

    • Upon submission, all manuscripts are checked for plagiarism using plagiarism detection software such as Turnitin, iThenticate, or similar tools.

    • The software compares the submitted manuscript against a large database of academic publications, journals, books, and other sources to identify potential instances of plagiarism.

  2. Threshold for Plagiarism:

    • GIMER sets a threshold for plagiarism detection. Manuscripts found to have a plagiarism similarity index higher than 20% are flagged for further review.

    • The editorial team evaluates the flagged sections to determine whether the similarity is due to common phrases, properly cited references, or an unacceptable level of copying.

  3. Handling Plagiarism:

    • Minor Instances: If minor similarities are found (e.g., commonly used phrases or citations), the author will be requested to make corrections and resubmit the manuscript.

    • Significant Instances: If substantial plagiarism is detected (i.e., large sections of text or data taken without citation), the manuscript will be rejected, and the author may be banned from submitting future manuscripts to the journal.

  4. Communication with Authors:

    • If plagiarism is detected, the author(s) will be contacted by the editorial team. The author(s) will be asked to provide an explanation, and in the case of significant plagiarism, they will be required to revise the manuscript before reconsideration.

    • Authors who are found to have committed serious plagiarism may have their manuscript rejected and will be informed of the reasons for rejection.

3. Ethical Responsibility

  • Author's Responsibility: It is the author’s responsibility to ensure that the manuscript submitted to GIMER is free from plagiarism and that all sources are properly cited. Authors should also ensure that all data presented is accurate and truthful.

  • Reviewer’s Responsibility: Reviewers are also encouraged to report any suspected plagiarism in the manuscripts they evaluate.

  • Publisher’s Responsibility: GIMER’s publisher ensures that the plagiarism detection policy is applied consistently and that proper procedures are followed for handling cases of plagiarism.

4. Consequences of Plagiarism

Plagiarism undermines the credibility of the research community and violates academic ethical standards. The consequences of plagiarism for authors can include:

  • Rejection of the Manuscript: Manuscripts found to be plagiarized will be rejected, and the author(s) will be notified.

  • Banning from Future Submissions: Authors found guilty of significant plagiarism may be banned from submitting manuscripts to GIMER in the future.

  • Reputation Damage: Serious cases of plagiarism may lead to the publication of the violation in the journal or other related platforms, damaging the author’s reputation in the academic community.

5. Commitment to Academic Integrity

GIMER is committed to preserving academic integrity by maintaining strict anti-plagiarism policies. We believe that ethical research practices are essential for the advancement of knowledge, and we take every step to ensure that all published work adheres to these principles.

By following these guidelines, we strive to create an environment where scholarly work can be shared, built upon, and trusted by the global research community.

This Screening Plagiarism Policy ensures that GIMER maintains high standards of academic integrity and transparency, fostering an environment of trust and reliability in the research it publishes.