Publication Ethics

American Journal Of Biomedical Science & Pharmaceutical Innovation (AJBSPI)

The American Journal Of Biomedical Science & Pharmaceutical Innovation (AJBSPI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, academic integrity, transparency, and professional responsibility in scholarly publishing. The journal expects authors, reviewers, editors, and editorial staff to adhere to ethical principles throughout the submission, review, and publication process.

AJBSPI promotes ethical research practices and takes all necessary measures to prevent publication misconduct.

Ethical Principles

The journal is committed to:

• Academic Integrity
• Transparency in Publishing
• Fair and Objective Peer Review
• Research Accuracy and Reliability
• Responsible Authorship
• Protection of Intellectual Property
• Prevention of Publication Misconduct

All participants in the publication process are expected to uphold these principles.

Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to AJBSPI must ensure that:

Originality of Research

• The submitted work is original.
• The manuscript has not been previously published.
• The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
• Proper acknowledgment is given to the work of others.

Data Integrity

Authors must ensure that:

• Research data are accurate and authentic.
• Results are presented honestly.
• Data have not been fabricated, manipulated, or falsified.

Multiple or Duplicate Publication

Authors should not submit the same manuscript simultaneously to multiple journals or publish substantially similar research in more than one publication without proper disclosure.

Acknowledgment of Sources

All sources, references, and contributions must be appropriately cited and acknowledged.

Authorship

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to:

• Study conception and design
• Data collection
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Manuscript preparation
• Critical revision of the manuscript

All listed authors must approve the final version before submission.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Human Subjects Research

For studies involving human participants, authors must:

• Obtain approval from an appropriate Ethics Committee or Institutional Review Board (IRB).
• Obtain informed consent from participants when required.
• Protect participant privacy and confidentiality.
• Comply with applicable ethical and legal standards.

Authors may be asked to provide documentation of ethical approval during the review process.

Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for maintaining the integrity of the journal and ensuring a fair review process.

Editors shall:

Editorial Independence

Make publication decisions solely on scholarly merit, originality, relevance, and reviewer recommendations.

Fair Evaluation

Evaluate manuscripts without discrimination based on:

• Nationality
• Gender
• Race
• Religion
• Institutional affiliation
• Political beliefs

Confidentiality

Protect the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and reviewer identities.

Conflict of Interest Management

Avoid handling manuscripts where personal or professional conflicts of interest exist.

Ethical Oversight

Take appropriate action when allegations of misconduct arise.

Research Misconduct

The journal does not tolerate:

• Data Fabrication
• Data Falsification
• Image Manipulation
• Citation Manipulation
• Authorship Misrepresentation
• Fraudulent Research Practices

Cases of suspected misconduct will be investigated by the Editorial Office and appropriate actions will be taken.

Corrections and Retractions

When significant errors or ethical concerns are identified after publication, the journal may publish:

• Corrections
• Editorial Notices
• Expressions of Concern
• Retractions

Such actions are taken to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.

Complaints and Appeals

Authors may submit appeals or complaints regarding:

• Editorial Decisions
• Peer Review Process
• Publication Ethics Concerns

All complaints will be reviewed fairly, confidentially, and in accordance with the journal's policies.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

The American Journal Of Biomedical Science & Pharmaceutical Innovation is dedicated to promoting responsible research, ethical publishing practices, scientific integrity, and transparency in scholarly communication.

The journal encourages all participants in the publication process to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.