Publication ethics and Malpractice Polıcy

Last Updated: April 2025

InnovatioSports Journal is committed to the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. This policy aligns with the principles and guidelines of COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) and ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors), aiming to ensure the ethical conduct of all parties involved in the publication process.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

  • Submitted manuscripts must be original, not previously published, and not under consideration elsewhere.

  • All listed authors must have contributed significantly to the work and must provide a contribution statement.

  • Authors are responsible for the accuracy of the data presented and must obtain relevant ethical approval documents where applicable.

  • Plagiarism, data fabrication or falsification, and redundant publication are strictly prohibited.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

  • Editors must evaluate submissions fairly, objectively, and in a timely manner.

  • Editors ensure the confidentiality of the review process and do not disclose information about authors or reviewers.

  • Editors are responsible for managing potential conflicts of interest.

  • They must investigate potential ethical violations and, if necessary, initiate corrections or retractions.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

  • Reviewers must conduct objective and constructive reviews in line with the double-blind peer-review process.

  • They must maintain confidentiality and avoid using information gained through peer review for personal advantage.

  • Reviewers should inform editors of any conflicts of interest and decline the review if any exist.

  • Feedback should be scholarly and respectful, avoiding personal criticism.

4. Prevention of Research Misconduct

  • The journal does not tolerate plagiarism, data fabrication, data manipulation, duplicate publication, or any other unethical conduct.

  • All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection tools.

  • If misconduct is suspected or identified, appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with COPE guidelines.

For more information on publication ethics, you may consult COPE's Core Practices and the ICMJE Recommendations. If you have questions or concerns regarding ethical practices at InnovatioSports Journal, please contact us at:
info@isjournal.org