Publication Ethics

Socio-Economic and Humanistic Aspects for Township and Industry is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity. We adhere to the following principles:

For Authors

  1. Originality: Authors are required to submit original work that has not been previously published elsewhere. Any prior publications or closely related works must be properly cited.

  2. Authorship: All individuals who have made significant contributions to the research must be listed as authors. Proper acknowledgment of funding sources and conflicts of interest is also essential.

  3. Plagiarism: Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited. Authors should ensure that their work is free from plagiarism and properly cite the sources of information used.

  4. Data and Reproducibility: Authors should provide accurate and complete data to support their research findings. Data should be made available to reviewers and, if necessary, to readers.

  5. Ethical Treatment of Subjects: Research involving human subjects or animals must comply with ethical guidelines and receive the necessary approvals and informed consent.

For Reviewers

  1. Confidentiality: Reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the peer review process and not disclose any information about the manuscript to anyone other than the editorial team.

  2. Impartiality: Reviewers should provide objective and constructive feedback while refraining from personal criticism. They should declare any conflicts of interest that could compromise their impartiality.

  3. Timeliness: Reviewers are encouraged to complete their reviews in a timely manner and inform the editorial team if they cannot meet the deadline.

For the Editorial Team

  1. Fair and Unbiased Decisions: The editorial team is responsible for making fair and unbiased decisions on manuscript submissions. Editorial decisions should be based on the merits of the work.

  2. Conflicts of Interest: Editorial team members should disclose any conflicts of interest that could affect their objectivity in handling submissions.

  3. Transparency: The editorial process should be transparent. Authors should be provided with clear guidelines and explanations of the review and publication processes.

  4. Correction and Retraction: The editorial team should address any errors or misconduct promptly. Corrections, retractions, or clarifications should be issued as necessary.

  5. Plagiarism and Misconduct: Suspected cases of plagiarism or research misconduct should be thoroughly investigated. Appropriate actions, including rejection or retraction, should be taken if misconduct is confirmed.

Socio-Economic and Humanistic Aspects for Township and Industry is dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. Authors, reviewers, and the editorial team are expected to adhere to these principles to ensure the integrity and credibility of the journal.