Publication Ethics

Scripta Technica: Journal of Engineering and Applied Technology is firmly committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethics in academic publishing. The journal adheres to the guidelines and best practices established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all stakeholders—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—to uphold these ethical principles throughout the entire publication process.

1. Duties of Authors

• Originality and Plagiarism
  Authors must ensure the originality of their work and appropriately acknowledge the ideas, data, or content of others. Any form of plagiarism—including self-plagiarism, data fabrication, or mosaic plagiarism—is strictly forbidden and will result in immediate rejection or retraction.

• Data Transparency and Reproducibility
  Authors are expected to present accurate, verifiable data and may be required to provide access to raw data or supplementary materials during the editorial or peer review process.

• Redundant and Concurrent Submissions
  Manuscripts must not be submitted to multiple journals simultaneously or published previously in any form, unless proper justification and formal consent have been provided.

• Authorship and Contribution
  All individuals listed as authors must have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research. The order of authorship should be collectively agreed upon prior to submission, and any changes post-submission must be justified and approved by all co-authors.

• Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
  Authors must disclose any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that could potentially influence the interpretation or presentation of their work.

2. Duties of Editors

• Editorial Independence and Impartiality
  Editors shall evaluate submissions solely on academic merit, without discrimination based on personal characteristics or beliefs of the authors.

• Confidentiality
  Editors are obligated to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all manuscripts and must not disclose information to anyone except those directly involved in the review and publication process.

• Editorial Decision-Making
  The final decision to accept or reject a manuscript is based on its originality, significance, methodological soundness, clarity, and the relevance of reviewers’ feedback.

• Ethical Oversight and Misconduct Handling
  Editors are responsible for investigating any ethical complaints or allegations of misconduct and must take appropriate measures, including retractions, corrections, or other notices as necessary.

3. Duties of Reviewers

• Confidential Review Process
  Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential and not shared or discussed with unauthorized individuals.

• Constructive and Objective Evaluation
  Reviewers must provide balanced, evidence-based assessments with clear justifications and avoid personal criticism.

• Identification of Uncited Work and Plagiarism
  Reviewers should alert editors to relevant uncited literature and any suspected duplication or ethical issues.

• Conflict of Interest
  Reviewers must declare any potential conflicts—academic, financial, or personal—that may compromise their objectivity and recuse themselves if necessary.

4. Duties of the Publisher

The publisher of Scripta Technica is responsible for supporting the editorial team in maintaining ethical standards at all stages of the publication process. The publisher shall assist in the resolution of ethical disputes and take corrective measures when required, including the issuance of errata, retractions, or expressions of concern in line with COPE procedures.