Editorial Policies

Commitment to Scientific Integrity and Ethical Publishing

The International Journal of Physics Research and Applications (IJPRA) is dedicated to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research in all fields of physics. Our editorial policies ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in scholarly publishing.

We adhere to internationally recognized guidelines, including those from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), and the Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association (OASPA) to maintain credibility and fairness in the publication process.

Editorial and Peer Review Process

IJPRA follows a double-blind peer review process, ensuring an unbiased and rigorous evaluation of all submitted manuscripts. Our review process includes:

  • Initial Assessment: Manuscripts are screened for relevance, formatting compliance, and adherence to ethical standards.
  • Plagiarism Check: Submissions undergo plagiarism screening via iThenticate to ensure originality.
  • Expert Review: Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers specializing in the relevant field of physics.
  • Editorial Decision: Based on reviewer feedback, submissions are accepted, revised, or rejected.
  • Revisions and Final Approval: Authors must address all reviewer comments before final acceptance.

Publication Ethics and Research Integrity

IJPRA upholds the highest ethical standards and follows strict guidelines to prevent research misconduct. Authors must ensure:

  • Originality: Manuscripts must be original and not under review elsewhere.
  • Proper Authorship Attribution: All listed authors must have significantly contributed to the research.
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Any financial or personal relationships that could influence the work must be declared.
  • Data Transparency: Authors must provide raw data upon request to ensure research reproducibility.
  • Plagiarism Prevention: All manuscripts are checked for plagiarism before review.

Open Access and Licensing Policy

IJPRA is an open-access journal, ensuring unrestricted access to published research. All articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing free distribution and adaptation with proper attribution.

Manuscript Submission and Editorial Process

Authors can submit manuscripts through our online submission system. Key submission requirements include:

  • Manuscript Formatting: Submissions must adhere to IJPRA’s formatting guidelines.
  • Review Timeline: The peer review process typically takes 4-6 weeks.
  • Publication Frequency: Articles are published on a rolling basis for timely dissemination of research.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility

IJPRA encourages authors to provide supporting data to promote research transparency. A data availability statement must be included in all submissions.

Appeals, Retractions, and Corrections

Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions with supporting evidence. Post-publication corrections or retractions will follow COPE guidelines to uphold research integrity.

Contact Editorial Office

For inquiries regarding editorial policies, please contact the IJPRA editorial office at [email protected].

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