Appeals and Complaints Policy

At INNOVATIOSPORTS JOURNAL, we take all appeals and complaints from our authors, reviewers, and readers seriously and offer a fair and transparent process for resolution. This policy is based on the guidelines of COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

Appeals and Complaints Process

The following process is followed for handling appeals and complaints:

  1. Initial Submission:
  • Appeals or complaints should be submitted in writing to info@isjournal.org.
  • The submission must include a clear and detailed explanation of the appeal or complaint.
  • The contact information of the submitter must be provided in full.
  1. Acknowledgment:
  • An acknowledgment email will be sent to confirm receipt of the appeal or complaint.
  • The acknowledgment email will specify the time frame within which the appeal or complaint will be reviewed.
  1. Evaluation:
  • The decision resulting from the evaluation will be communicated in writing to the submitter.
  • The reasons for the decision will be explained in detail.
  • Information about the right and process to appeal the decision will be provided to the submitter.
  1. Decision and Notification:
  • The decision resulting from the evaluation will be communicated in writing to the submitter.
  • The reasons for the decision will be explained in detail.
  • Information about the right and process to appeal the decision will be provided to the submitter.

Types of Appeals and Complaints

Various types of appeals and complaints related to our journal include:

  1. Peer Review Process:
  • Delays in the peer review process.
  • Complaints about inadequate or biased reviewer comments.
  1. Publication Decisions:
  • Appeals regarding publication decisions.
  • Appeals against rejection decisions.
  1. Ethical Violations:
  • Plagiarism or unethical behavior.
  • Conflicts of interest.
  1. Content of Publications:
  • Appeals concerning the scientific accuracy of published articles.
  • Errors or inaccuracies in published content.

Confidentiality and Impartiality

  • All appeals and complaints are handled in accordance with confidentiality principles.
  • Impartiality and fairness are upheld throughout the evaluation process.

Contact

For questions regarding our appeals and complaints policy, please contact us:

  • Email: info@isjournal.org
  • Phone: +90 (216) 850 1907

These policies aim to ensure a transparent and fair publication process for your journal. For detailed information and guidance, please visit the COPE Appeals and Complaints Guide page.