Research Ethics Statement

IJVCDC is committed to promoting ethical research practices and ensuring that all published studies adhere to the highest standards of research integrity. The journal expects that all research submitted for publication follows ethical guidelines that respect the rights and welfare of participants, uphold scientific rigor, and promote the advancement of knowledge in a responsible manner.

1. Ethical Standards in Research
All research published in IJVCDC must comply with established ethical standards, including:

  • Ensuring that research involving human participants adheres to ethical guidelines, including informed consent, confidentiality, and the protection of participants' rights.

  • Ensuring that research involving animals follows humane treatment standards, in compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.

  • Avoiding any form of scientific misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism.

  • Transparency in methodology and data reporting to ensure reproducibility and accountability.

2. Informed Consent
Research involving human subjects must obtain informed consent from all participants, ensuring that they are fully aware of the nature of the study, any potential risks, and their right to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty. The consent process should be clearly documented, and the authors must indicate in their manuscript that informed consent was obtained.

3. Ethical Approval
For studies involving human participants or animals, authors must provide proof of ethical approval from an appropriate institutional review board (IRB) or ethics committee. This approval must be obtained before the research is conducted. If the study is exempt from ethical review, authors must provide a clear justification for why this is the case.

4. Confidentiality and Privacy
Authors are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality and privacy of research participants. Personal information and data must be anonymized, and sensitive data must be handled in accordance with relevant privacy laws and ethical guidelines.

5. Research Integrity
IJVCDC upholds the importance of research integrity, which includes:

  • Accurate reporting of research findings and data, with no fabrication or falsification.

  • Clear acknowledgment of all sources, contributions, and conflicts of interest.

  • The responsible conduct of research, including the proper handling of research data, sample collections, and publications.

6. Research Misconduct
IJVCDC follows COPE guidelines for handling allegations of research misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification. Any allegation of misconduct will be taken seriously and investigated in accordance with journal and COPE procedures. Potential actions in cases of misconduct include retraction, correction, or publication of a statement regarding the issue.

7. Role of the Editorial Team
The editorial team is responsible for ensuring that all manuscripts adhere to the journal's research ethics policies. The team will reject manuscripts that do not meet the ethical standards required for publication and will address any ethical concerns raised during the peer review process.

IJVCDC is dedicated to fostering a culture of ethical research and responsible publishing. We strive to maintain transparency, accountability, and integrity in all aspects of scholarly communication, ensuring that the research we publish meets the highest ethical and professional standards.