Publication Ethics

Jurnal Penelitian Sains Teknologi is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. This ethical statement applies to all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher, and is guided by internationally accepted principles of academic integrity and responsible research conduct.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to Jurnal Penelitian Sains Teknologi are expected to:

Ensure Originality
Manuscripts must be original works that have not been published previously and are not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
Avoid Plagiarism
Authors must properly cite all sources and avoid any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism.
Accurate Reporting
Research results should be presented honestly, accurately, and transparently. Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data is strictly prohibited.
Authorship Criteria
Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. All contributors should be appropriately acknowledged.
Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the interpretation of their research.
Ethical Research Compliance
Research involving humans, animals, or sensitive data must comply with relevant ethical standards and regulations. Ethical approval, where applicable, must be clearly stated.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors of Jurnal Penelitian Sains Teknologi are responsible for:

Fair and Objective Decision-Making
Editorial decisions are based solely on the academic merit, originality, clarity, and relevance of the manuscript.
Confidentiality
Editors must ensure the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and not disclose any information to unauthorized parties.
Conflict of Interest Management
Editors must recuse themselves from handling manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest.
Publication Integrity
Editors must take appropriate action if ethical concerns arise, including investigation and correction or retraction when necessary.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality of publications and are expected to:

Conduct Objective and Constructive Reviews
Reviews should be conducted objectively, professionally, and supported by clear arguments.
Maintain Confidentiality
Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents.
Identify Ethical Issues
Reviewers should notify the editor of any suspected plagiarism, data manipulation, or ethical concerns.
Declare Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and decline the review if necessary.

4. Publisher Responsibilities

The publisher of Jurnal Penelitian Sains Teknologi is responsible for ensuring that:

Editorial independence is respected
Ethical standards are consistently applied
Allegations of misconduct are handled transparently and fairly

5. Handling Allegations of Misconduct

The journal takes allegations of research or publication misconduct seriously. Any suspected ethical violation will be investigated following established procedures. Actions may include: