Publication Ethics
The publication processes implemented in ODÜSOBİAD provide the foundation for the impartial and respected development and dissemination of knowledge. These processes directly reflect on the quality of the works of authors and the institutions that support them. Peer-reviewed studies embody and reinforce the scientific method. At this point, it is crucial that all stakeholders of the process (authors, readers and researchers, publishers, reviewers, and editors) comply with ethical standards.
The ethical responsibilities listed below were prepared in line with the guidelines and policies published by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) as open access, and the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) Directive on Scientific Research and Publication Ethics.
Ethical Responsibilities of Authors
Authors submitting to ODÜSOBİAD are expected to adhere to the following responsibilities:
- Submitted works must be original. In cases where other works are used, proper and accurate citation and/or quotation must be provided.
- Individuals who did not make an intellectual contribution to the content should not be listed as authors.
- All potential conflicts of interest and relationships that may constitute a conflict of interest must be disclosed.
- Authors may be requested to provide raw data related to their manuscripts within the framework of the review process; in such cases, they must be ready to present the expected data and information to the editorial or scientific board.
- Authors must have the rights to use the data, the necessary permissions for research/analysis, or documented consent from the subjects involved in experiments.
- If an author identifies an error or inaccuracy in their published, early-view, or under-review manuscript, they are obliged to notify the editor or publisher and to cooperate in correction or retraction procedures.
- Authors may not submit their work to more than one journal simultaneously. Each submission can only begin after the previous one has been completed.
- A work previously published in another journal cannot be submitted.
- Changes in authorship responsibilities (adding, removing, or reordering authors) cannot be proposed once the review process has started.
- Authors must declare supporting institutions and financial resources in the Acknowledgments section.
Ethical Duties and Responsibilities of Editors
Editors and field editors of ODÜSOBİAD must comply with the “COPE Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors” and “COPE Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors”.
General Responsibilities
Editors are responsible for everything published in the journal. Within this framework, they:
- Strive to meet the needs of readers and authors,
- Ensure the continuous development of the journal,
- Implement processes to improve the quality of published works,
- Support freedom of thought,
- Safeguard academic integrity,
- Maintain work processes without compromising intellectual property rights and ethical standards,
- Provide transparency and clarity in cases requiring correction or explanation.
Relations with Readers
- Editors must consider the information needs of readers, researchers, and practitioners.
- They must ensure that published works contribute to readers, researchers, practitioners, and the academic literature, and that they are original.
- They must respond to feedback constructively and informatively.
Relations with Authors
Editors’ duties toward authors include:
- Making decisions based on the importance, originality, validity, clarity, and relevance of submissions to the aims and scope of the journal,
- Including works that are suitable for the scope in the preliminary review unless they present serious problems,
- Not disregarding positive reviewer recommendations unless there are serious issues,
- Respecting the decisions made by former editors unless there are major concerns,
- Publishing the peer review and evaluation process clearly,
- Providing and updating comprehensive Author Guidelines,
- Providing authors with clear and informative feedback.
Relations with Reviewers
Editors must:
- Select reviewers in line with the subject of the manuscript,
- Provide reviewers with the information and guidance they need,
- Consider conflicts of interest between authors and reviewers,
- Ensure reviewer identities remain confidential,
- Encourage reviewers to conduct objective, scientific, and impartial evaluations,
- Evaluate reviewers based on timely responses and performance,
- Take measures to improve reviewer performance and to diversify the reviewer pool,
- Prevent unscientific or disrespectful evaluations.
Relations with the Editorial Board
Editors must ensure:
- Editorial board members comply with journal policies and guidelines,
- Members are informed and trained on publication policies,
- Board members evaluate works impartially and independently,
- Regular interaction and meetings with the board regarding policies and journal development.
Relations with Publisher and Owner
- Editors act independently in accordance with editorial independence.
- Decisions are not influenced by political or commercial factors.
Editorial and Peer Review Processes
- Editors must ensure fair, unbiased, and timely review processes.
Quality Assurance
- Editors are responsible for ensuring that all articles meet journal policies and international standards.
Protection of Personal Data
- Editors must safeguard personal data of subjects, authors, reviewers, and readers.
- Works without documented informed consent must be rejected.
Ethics and Rights
- Editors must ensure protection of human and animal rights, reject works lacking ethical approval, and safeguard intellectual property rights.
- They must address misconduct, plagiarism, and citation manipulation with due diligence.
Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers
Peer review is central to maintaining publication quality. ODÜSOBİAD adopts a double-blind peer review system. Reviewers must:
- Accept reviews only within their area of expertise,
- Conduct objective, impartial, and confidential evaluations,
- Declare conflicts of interest and withdraw if necessary,
- Destroy reviewed manuscripts after the review process,
- Provide evaluations based solely on the content, without influence from nationality, gender, religion, political beliefs, or commercial concerns,
- Use constructive, respectful language, avoiding hostile or defamatory comments,
- Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe.
Ethical Responsibilities of the Publisher
- The Editorial Board acts with the following ethical responsibilities:
- Editors are responsible for all processes of submitted works,
- Editorial independence is guaranteed,
- The journal protects the ownership and copyright of every published article and preserves each copy,
- The publisher is responsible for taking measures against misconduct, citation cartels, and plagiarism.
Reporting Ethical Misconduct
If you encounter any unethical behavior or content outside the responsibilities mentioned above, please notify us via email at odudergi@gmail.com
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