Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

1. Upholding Integrity in Publication

   MEJLLT upholds the highest standards of integrity in research publication. Editors diligently work to prevent plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct, considering it an integral part of the journal's ethical duty. They continuously strive to meet ethical publication standards and develop strategies to address them, expecting the same commitment from peer reviewers. The journal is dedicated to maintaining ethical standards in its editorial policy, ensuring fair, unbiased, and transparent peer review processes and editorial decisions. Editors take full responsibility for published content, implementing procedures and policies to ensure material quality and preserve the integrity of the published record. Moreover, the journal adheres to international editorial and authorship standards outlined by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

2. Correction and Retraction Guidelines

   MEJLLT pledges to promptly correct any genuine errors in online published works identified by readers, authors, or editors, provided such errors do not invalidate the work. Corrections will be made the paper, accompanied by a correction date and a link to the online erratum. In cases where errors render the work or significant portions thereof invalid, the paper will be retracted, accompanied by an explanation for the retraction.

3. Addressing Publication Issues

   Publishers and editors of the journal are committed to transparency and accountability. They undertake to publish corrections, clarifications, retractions, or apologies as necessary. Editorial decisions are made impartially, free from commercial influence, and with a commitment to a fair and appropriate peer review process. Editorial policies promote transparency and honest reporting, with clear expectations communicated to peer reviewers and authors.

4. Handling Research Misconduct Allegations

   The journal's publishers and editors are committed to investigating suspected or alleged research and publication misconduct thoroughly. Any identified instances of misconduct, whether by authors, reviewers, or editors, will be rigorously pursued. The journal has established policies to address editorial conflicts of interest appropriately.

5. Ethical Guidelines for Authors

   • Authors must ensure that their work has not been previously published and is solely submitted to the journal.
   • Originality of the author's work is paramount.
   • Proper acknowledgment of all sources, including the author's own previous works, must be given, with necessary permissions obtained.
   • The author's work should not infringe upon the rights of others, including privacy and intellectual property rights.
   • Data presented by the author must be authentic and unaltered.
   • Authors must have ownership of the data or appropriate permissions for its use.
   • Quotations from other sources must be clearly marked within the text and in the reference list.
   • Permission from original publishers is required for the use of previously published figures or tables.
   • Any conflicts of interest must be disclosed upon paper submission.
   • Adherence to research ethics guidelines within their discipline is essential, particularly concerning studies involving human or animal subjects.
   • Authors are responsible for promptly addressing any material errors discovered before or after publication.
   • Proper representation of authorship is crucial, ensuring all contributors are credited and have consented to publication.
   • Compliance with ethical standards for human experimentation, including obtaining informed consent, is mandatory.
   • Compliance with institutional and national guidelines for animal experimentation is required, with appropriate ethics committee approval.
   • Informed consent from human participants, or their guardians for minors, must be obtained for all research involving human subjects, with acknowledgment in the work.

6. Screening for Plagiarism

   The manuscripts submitted to this journal will be screened for plagiarism using Turnitin.