Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

ConferenceMinds Publishers is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against any publication malpractice. Our policies are guided by the core principles of integrity, transparency, accountability, and fairness in scholarly publishing. This statement outlines the ethical behavior expected from all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

 Responsibilities of Authors

• Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure their work is entirely original and properly cite or quote the work and/or words of others. Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable and will lead to rejection or retraction.

• Multiple or Redundant Submissions: Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal concurrently or submit previously published work without appropriate justification and disclosure.

• Authorship: Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the reported study. All authors must approve the final manuscript.

• Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or other substantive conflict of interest that may influence the manuscript’s interpretation.

• Errors in Published Works: If an author discovers a significant error or inaccuracy in their published work, it is their obligation to promptly notify the journal editor and cooperate to correct or retract the paper.

Article Evaluation

Every manuscript submitted to ConferenceMinds Journal undergoes a rigorous peer review process. Our goal is to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence. If a manuscript is approved by the editor, it is reviewed by anonymous peer experts. In cases where ethical, security, biosecurity, or societal implications are significant, our Research Integrity team may seek external advice. This could include consulting experts and academic editors to ensure appropriate actions are taken, such as involving specialized reviewers or additional editorial assessments.

Plagiarism

We maintain a strict policy against plagiarism. Authors are required to give proper credit to the work of others. This includes citing sources and avoiding excessive verbatim text reuse. Manuscripts found to be plagiarized, whether from published or unpublished sources, will be rejected, and authors may face sanctions. We also expect authors to appropriately attribute and cite their own previously published work when using it as a basis for a new submission.

Duplicate Submissions and Redundant Publication

ConferenceMinds Journal only considers original content that has not been published elsewhere, including in languages other than English. We do accept manuscripts based on content that has been shared on preprint servers, institutional archives, or theses. However, authors must not simultaneously submit the same work to other journals and must withdraw submissions before doing so. Failure to comply with this policy may result in sanctions.

Citation Manipulation

Authors are expected to use references for their scholarly merit rather than artificially inflating citation counts. Editors and reviewers should refrain from requesting references solely to boost the number of citations to their own work or a particular journal.

Fabrication and Falsification

We have a zero-tolerance policy for fabricated or falsified results, including image manipulation. Authors found to have engaged in such practices may face sanctions, and published articles may be retracted.

Authorship and Acknowledgments

All listed authors must have made a significant scientific contribution to the research, endorsed its claims, and agreed to be authors. Author contributions can be described at the end of the submission. Changes in authorship must be declared and agreed upon by all authors. Individuals who contributed to the research or manuscript but do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged with their permission.

Conflicts of Interest

We require full disclosure of conflicts of interest that could affect the neutrality or objectivity of the work at any stage in the research process. Undeclared conflicts may lead to sanctions, and undisclosed conflicts may result in the rejection of submissions. If conflicts of interest are discovered after publication, appropriate actions will be taken, such as corrections or retractions.

Sanctions

ConferenceMinds Journal reserves the right to apply sanctions in cases of ethical breaches. Sanctions may include rejection of the manuscript, a temporary submission ban, or prohibition from acting as an editor or reviewer.

Investigations

We take suspected breaches of publication ethics or research ethics seriously. Claims will be treated confidentially, and investigations may involve requesting underlying data, consulting with editors, or contacting relevant institutions or employers.

Corrections and Retractions

In cases of errors in published articles, we will consider appropriate action, including publishing corrigenda or retractions when necessary.

Indexing and Abstracting

At ConferenceMinds Publishers, we understand the importance of visibility, accessibility, and credibility in scholarly publishing. To ensure that the research we publish reaches a global audience, we actively pursue inclusion in reputable indexing and abstracting databases.

Purpose of Indexing and Abstracting

Indexing and abstracting services enhance the discoverability and citation of published articles by:

• Enabling researchers, practitioners, and institutions to easily find and access content

• Increasing the impact and reach of scientific work

• Validating the quality and credibility of journals through recognized indexing bodies

Publication Fees

For UK/European Authors:

• Original Research Papers, Case Reports, and Review Papers:
  Publication Fee: €2700 per article.

For US/Canadian Authors:

• Original Research Papers, Case Reports, and Review Papers:
  Publication Fee: $3550 per article.

For Authors from Asia, Africa, and Other Countries:

• Original Research Papers, Case Reports, and Review Papers:
  Publication Fee: $2880 per article.

Refund Policy

Once an article has been accepted for publication, any Article Processing Charges on the article become due. The submitting author assumes responsibility for the Article Processing Charges and ConferenceMinds will not issue refunds of any kind.

The Journal of ConferenceMinds is safeguarded by its own private data storage system, using its Permanent Scientific Identification Numbers (PSIN) and Digital Online Indications (DOI). It is not responsible for, nor obligated to adhere to, any international requirements concerning the storage of its contents.  Article withdrawal fee is €750. Article Publication fees are fully non-refundable. See Our Disclaimer for more details. 

NOTE: If you face any difficulty to make payment or if you want to pay through other ways, please send us an e-mail to articles@conferenceminds.com. We will respond to you with further instructions on how to proceed with payment by bank transfer or any other means for processing and publication fee payment.