Publication Ethic

ATHTHIB: Journal of Medical Sciences and Public Health

ATHTHIB: Journal of Medical Sciences and Public Health is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. This statement outlines the ethical responsibilities of authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher in ensuring the quality and credibility of scholarly publications.

1. Ethical Principles

ATHTHIB adheres to ethical principles based on:

  • Transparency and honesty in scholarly communication

  • Originality and integrity of research

  • Fairness and objectivity in editorial and peer-review processes

  • Accountability of all parties involved in publication

2. Duties of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to ATHTHIB are expected to adhere to the following ethical standards:

a. Originality and Plagiarism

  • Manuscripts must be original works of the authors.

  • Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification, is strictly prohibited.

  • All submitted manuscripts will be screened using plagiarism detection software.

  • The similarity index must not exceed 20%.

b. Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication

  • Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

  • Substantially similar work previously published or under review elsewhere is unacceptable.

c. Authorship

  • Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study.

  • All listed authors must approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

  • Changes to authorship after submission require written consent from all authors.

d. Data Accuracy and Availability

  • Authors are responsible for the accuracy of data presented in the manuscript.

  • Raw data should be retained and made available upon reasonable request for verification purposes.

e. Ethical Approval and Informed Consent

  • Research involving human participants or animals must have received approval from an appropriate ethics committee.

  • Informed consent must be obtained from human participants where applicable.

f. Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

  • Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the research outcomes or interpretation.

3. Duties of Editors

Editors of ATHTHIB are responsible for:

  • Making publication decisions based solely on the manuscript’s scholarly merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Ensuring a fair, unbiased, and confidential editorial process.

  • Maintaining the integrity of the double-blind peer review system.

  • Taking appropriate action in cases of suspected misconduct, including retractions or corrections when necessary.

  • Avoiding conflicts of interest in editorial decision-making.

4. Duties of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Conduct reviews objectively, fairly, and professionally.

  • Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and review content.

  • Provide constructive, evidence-based feedback to improve manuscript quality.

  • Identify relevant published work not cited by the authors.

  • Declare any conflicts of interest and decline review if such conflicts exist.

5. Peer Review Ethics

ATHTHIB implements a double-blind peer review process, ensuring:

  • Anonymity of both authors and reviewers.

  • Independence and impartiality in manuscript evaluation.

  • Ethical handling of reviewer comments and editorial decisions.

6. Handling of Misconduct

In cases of suspected research or publication misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research practices, ATHTHIB will:

  • Conduct an investigation following COPE guidelines.

  • Provide authors an opportunity to respond to allegations.

  • Take corrective actions such as manuscript rejection, retraction, or publication of corrections.

  • Inform relevant institutions if necessary.

7. Corrections and Retractions

  • Errors that do not invalidate the findings may result in a correction (erratum).

  • Serious ethical violations or unreliable findings may lead to retraction of the published article.

  • Retractions will be clearly identified and linked to the original article.

8. Open Access and Copyright

  • ATHTHIB publishes articles under an open access policy.

  • Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right to publish and disseminate the work.

  • Proper citation is required for any reuse of published material.

9. Commitment to Ethical Publishing

ATHTHIB is dedicated to maintaining ethical scholarly communication and continuously improving editorial practices in accordance with international standards.