Publication Practices Statement
IJVCDC is committed to maintaining high standards of publication integrity and transparency. Our publication practices are aligned with the principles of scholarly publishing and adhere to the best practices for ensuring the quality, reliability, and ethical conduct of the research we publish. We aim to promote trust in academic publishing by ensuring that all publications meet rigorous standards of scientific quality and ethics.
1. Editorial Independence and Responsibility
The editorial team at IJVCDC is responsible for making unbiased and objective decisions regarding the content of the journal. Editors, with the support of the editorial board, ensure that the journal’s editorial policies are followed and that the peer review process is fair, transparent, and free from influence or external pressures.
2. Peer Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, where both authors and reviewers are anonymous to each other. The editorial team ensures that the review process is impartial and based solely on the quality and scientific merit of the manuscript. Reviewers are expected to provide constructive feedback, and authors are encouraged to revise their manuscripts in response to the reviewers’ suggestions.
3. Publication Ethics
IJVCDC adheres to ethical publishing practices and follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. We are committed to maintaining integrity in the publication process by ensuring that all research published is free from misconduct such as plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification. We expect authors to follow ethical research guidelines, including proper citation, transparency, and the responsible reporting of data.
4. Corrections and Retractions
In the event of an error or issue with a published article, IJVCDC will take appropriate actions to correct the record. This may include publishing an erratum, corrigendum, or a formal retraction statement, depending on the nature and significance of the issue. If a manuscript is retracted, the reason for the retraction will be clearly stated in the article and the journal will ensure the integrity of the published record.
5. Transparency in Publication
IJVCDC encourages transparency in the publication process. Authors are expected to disclose any conflicts of interest, sources of funding, and any other relevant information that might influence their research. We also promote open data practices, encouraging authors to make their research data available for verification and further use, whenever possible.
6. Authorship and Acknowledgment
IJVCDC follows strict guidelines regarding authorship and contributors. All individuals listed as authors must have made a significant contribution to the research and writing process. Contributions from individuals who do not meet the authorship criteria should be acknowledged in the manuscript. We expect that all authors have agreed to the final version of the manuscript before submission and that the order of authorship is agreed upon by all parties involved.
7. Ethical Handling of Manuscripts
Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific merit and relevance to the journal's scope, not on the identity or affiliations of the authors. The editorial team ensures that all submitted manuscripts are handled ethically and confidentially, from submission through the peer review process to final publication.
8. Conflicts of Interest
IJVCDC has a clear policy on conflicts of interest, and we require that authors, reviewers, and editors disclose any potential conflicts that may affect the objectivity of their work. The journal takes appropriate steps to manage and resolve any conflicts of interest that are disclosed.
9. Open Access and Accessibility
IJVCDC supports open access publishing and strives to make all articles freely accessible to readers. We aim to disseminate knowledge widely and ensure that research can be accessed by anyone, regardless of geographic location or institutional affiliation.
10. Continuous Improvement
IJVCDC is dedicated to improving its publication practices continuously. The editorial board regularly reviews and updates our policies and procedures to ensure that they reflect the latest standards in academic publishing and ethical conduct.
