Authorship and Contributorship

Transparency: All authors must have made significant contributions to the research and writing of the manuscript.

Accountability: Authors share responsibility for the integrity and originality of the research.

Changes in Authorship: Any changes in authorship (addition, removal, or reordering) after submission must be justified and approved by all co-authors.

Conflicts of Interest

Disclosure: Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence their decisions or interpretations.

Management: If conflicts arise, the editorial board will take necessary steps to ensure impartiality.

Peer Review Process

Double-Blind Review: JODIAC follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness and objectivity.

Reviewer Responsibilities: Reviews must be conducted objectively, confidentially, and without conflicts of interest.

Timeliness: Reviewers should complete evaluations within the assigned timeframe or notify editors if delays are expected.

Research Ethics

Compliance: Research involving human or animal subjects must comply with ethical guidelines, including obtaining appropriate approvals and consent.

Data Integrity: Authors must ensure the accuracy and validity of their data. Fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism are strictly prohibited.

Journal Management and Editorial Oversight

Editorial Independence: Editorial decisions are made independently and free from commercial or political influence.

Transparency: JODIAC follows clear editorial policies to ensure ethical publishing practices.

Handling Complaints: Complaints about unethical conduct should be directed to the editorial office, and appropriate action will be taken.

Publication Practices

Fair and Transparent Publication: JODIAC ensures an open and ethical publishing process, free from coercion or unethical fees.

Corrections and Retractions: If errors or ethical violations are discovered post-publication, the journal will issue corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions as appropriate.

Data and Reproducibility

Data Sharing: Authors should be prepared to share raw data when requested for verification purposes.

Reproducibility: Research should be conducted and reported in a way that allows replication by others.

Post-Publication Review and Corrections

Open Discussion: Readers and researchers are encouraged to engage in discussions on published articles.

Corrections and Retractions: If substantial errors or misconduct are identified after publication, the journal will take appropriate action.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA)

Equal Opportunities: JODIAC promotes inclusivity, ensuring no discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, nationality, or institutional affiliation.

Accessible Publishing: JODIAC ensures that published content is accessible to a diverse audience.