Ethics and Malpractice Statement
Commitment to Ethical Publishing and Scholarly Integrity
The Annals of Advances in Chemistry (AAC) adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and actively upholds the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), OASPA, and other internationally recognized regulatory bodies. This statement outlines responsibilities of all parties involved in the publication process to prevent misconduct and ensure ethical practices.
Responsibilities of Authors
- Submit only original and unpublished work
- Properly cite all sources and avoid plagiarism
- Disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources
- Ensure all listed authors meet authorship criteria
- Do not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals
Responsibilities of Editors
- Make decisions solely on scientific merit
- Maintain confidentiality of submissions
- Ensure fair and unbiased peer review
- Investigate and act on ethical concerns promptly
- Avoid conflicts of interest in editorial assignments
Responsibilities of Reviewers
- Evaluate manuscripts objectively and constructively
- Keep reviewed material confidential
- Disclose conflicts of interest
- Avoid using reviewed content for personal benefit
- Report suspected ethical breaches to the editorial team
Misconduct and Resolution
AAC investigates all reports of misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, authorship manipulation, or duplicate submission. Where necessary, appropriate actions such as article withdrawal, retraction, or institutional notification are taken in accordance with COPE guidelines.
Appeals and Complaints
Authors or reviewers may appeal editorial decisions or submit complaints about unethical practices. All concerns are reviewed confidentially and resolved transparently by the editorial board.
Contact for Ethical Concerns
To report misconduct or raise ethical concerns, please email our editorial office at [email protected].