Publication Ethics | Advanced Drug Sciences

About Journal

Advanced Drug Sciences (ADS) is an international, peer-reviewed Gold Open Access journal published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS), Indonesia. The journal is dedicated to advancing the science of drug discovery, development, and therapeutic application by publishing high-quality, original, and interdisciplinary research.

ADS provides a multidisciplinary platform that integrates pharmaceutical, biomedical, and clinical sciences, with a strong emphasis on mechanistic understanding, technological innovation, and translational relevance.

The journal aims to bridge the continuum from molecular design and formulation to clinical outcomes and population-level health impact.

The journal operates under a Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all accepted articles are immediately and permanently accessible without subscription barriers. Articles are published under a continuous publication model to enable rapid dissemination of scientific findings.

ADS welcomes contributions that advance both fundamental knowledge and practical applications in drug sciences, including, but not limited to, drug discovery and medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics and advanced drug delivery, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, biopharmaceuticals and biotechnology-derived therapeutics, and clinical and translational research.

Through rigorous peer review and adherence to internationally recognized ethical standards, ADS is committed to publishing scientifically robust research that contributes to innovation in drug development and the improvement of global healthcare outcomes.

Advanced Drug Sciences (ADS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in scholarly publishing. The journal follows internationally recognized guidelines, including those of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions are based solely on scientific merit, originality, and relevance. Financial considerations do not influence editorial decisions at any stage.

Authorship

Authors must have made substantial contributions to the work and approve the final manuscript. All contributors who do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged appropriately.

Originality and Plagiarism

All submissions must be original and free from plagiarism. Duplicate submission and data fabrication are strictly prohibited.

Ethical Approval

Studies involving human or animal subjects must include appropriate ethical approval and informed consent.

Peer Review

ADS operates a double-blind peer review process to ensure fair and unbiased evaluation.

Misconduct

Allegations of misconduct will be handled in accordance with COPE guidelines and may result in rejection, correction, or retraction.