Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics

Asian Journal of Public Health (AJPH)

The Asian Journal of Public Health is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity. All stakeholders—including authors, editors, reviewers, and readers—are expected to adhere to these principles to ensure the quality, transparency, and trustworthiness of the scholarly record.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

  • Manuscripts submitted must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.

  • Authors must properly cite and reference all sources, avoiding plagiarism or duplicate publication.

  • Data, results, and methods must be presented truthfully and accurately; fabrication or falsification of data is strictly prohibited.

  • Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence the research or interpretation of results.

  • Any errors or omissions identified after publication must be reported to the journal promptly for correction or retraction if necessary.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

  • Editors are responsible for ensuring that all manuscripts are evaluated fairly, objectively, and promptly.

  • Editorial decisions are based solely on academic merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and author identities, except where disclosure is legally required.

  • Editors must act to prevent unethical practices, including plagiarism, data fabrication, and inappropriate authorship.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

  • Reviewers must provide constructive, unbiased, and timely reviews of manuscripts assigned to them.

  • Reviewers must maintain confidentiality and not use information gained through peer review for personal advantage.

  • Reviewers should disclose any conflicts of interest that may compromise impartiality.

4. Handling Misconduct

  • The journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines to investigate allegations of misconduct, including plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices.

  • Confirmed cases of misconduct may result in manuscript rejection, retraction of published articles, and notification to relevant institutions or authorities.

5. Authorship and Contribution

  • All listed authors must have made a significant intellectual contribution to the research.

  • Guest, honorary, or gift authorship is not acceptable.

  • All authors must approve the final manuscript and agree to its submission.

6. Conflicts of Interest

  • Any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence the research or publication must be disclosed at the time of submission.

7. Corrections and Retractions

  • The journal ensures that errors, corrections, and retractions are publicly documented to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.

The Asian Journal of Public Health is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of publication to maintain the trust of the scientific community and the public.