Peer Review Manipulation

The journal maintains a strict policy against any manipulation of the peer review process. All manuscripts must undergo independent, transparent, and ethical evaluation to ensure the integrity of scholarly publication.

Prohibited Practices

  • Providing false reviewer identities or fabricated contact information.
  • Submitting fraudulent reviews or improperly influencing review outcomes.
  • Engaging in reviewer collusion, coercion, or other practices that compromise independent assessment.

Editorial Response

Suspected manipulation will be investigated by the editorial team. Relevant parties will be given an opportunity to respond. Confirmed misconduct may result in manuscript rejection, notification of relevant institutions, or post-publication corrective action, as appropriate.

The journal is committed to safeguarding the independence, credibility, and integrity of the peer review process.