Ethics Statement

Global Open Access Journal of Science (GOAJS) fosters a research environment built on honesty, integrity, transparency, and mutual respect. All participants in the publishing process—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—are expected to uphold these values to maintain the quality and credibility of the scientific record.

Publication Ethics Statement

GOAJS requires all submitted work to be original, accurate, and properly cited. Fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or other forms of misconduct are strictly prohibited. Duplicate or redundant publication without proper disclosure will not be accepted.

Responsibilities of Editors, Authors, and Reviewers

Authors' Responsibilities

  • Ensure submitted work is original and free from plagiarism.
  • Properly cite all references and sources of information.
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest or funding sources.
  • Confirm all co-authors have approved the final manuscript.
  • Obtain ethical approval for studies involving human or animal subjects.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

  • Conduct fair, objective, and timely reviews.
  • Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts under review.
  • Declare any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Avoid using information from a manuscript for personal advantage.

Editors' Responsibilities

  • Make impartial editorial decisions based on scholarly merit.
  • Ensure a transparent and confidential peer review process.
  • Investigate and act on any ethical complaints or concerns.
  • Promote publication ethics and prevent misconduct.

Use of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies

Authors must disclose the use of any AI tools in the research or writing process. AI should not be listed as an author, and its use must be transparent, responsible, and verifiable. Editors and reviewers may use AI tools to assist in quality checks, but not to make final decisions.

Publisher's Responsibilities

The publisher of GOAJS supports ethical research and publishing practices by providing clear policies, maintaining the integrity of the academic record, and addressing ethical issues promptly and transparently.

Dealing with Unethical Behavior

Allegations of unethical conduct will be investigated thoroughly. If misconduct is confirmed, appropriate actions will be taken, including correction, retraction, or banning future submissions.

Human Subjects Protection Statement

Research involving human participants must adhere to ethical standards, including informed consent and IRB approval. Authors must state the approval reference and affirm compliance with the Declaration of Helsinki or equivalent standards.

Anonymity

GOAJS follows a double-blind peer review process to preserve the anonymity of both authors and reviewers, ensuring unbiased and objective evaluation.

Confidentiality

All submitted manuscripts and communication with authors and reviewers are treated as confidential. Editors and reviewers must not disclose any information about a manuscript before its publication.

Transparency

GOAJS is committed to transparency in authorship, peer review, funding disclosures, and data availability. All parties are expected to declare any conflicts of interest and relevant affiliations.

Complaints Policy

GOAJS encourages the reporting of ethical or procedural concerns. Complaints related to editorial decisions, ethical breaches, or publishing delays should be directed to the editorial office and will be handled fairly and confidentially.