At ScienceJournalHub, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethics in research publishing. Plagiarism is a serious violation of these principles, and we have established the following policy to address and prevent it.

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the appropriation of another person's ideas, processes, results, or words without giving appropriate credit. It includes, but is not limited to:

• Direct copying of text from other sources without attribution.
• Paraphrasing substantial portions of text from other sources without attribution.
• Self-plagiarism, which involves reusing significant parts of one's own published work without proper citation.

Detection and Prevention

ScienceJournalHub employs a multi-faceted approach to detect and prevent plagiarism:

• Manuscript Screening: All submitted manuscripts undergo plagiarism detection using reputable software tools. These tools compare the manuscript against a comprehensive database of academic content.
• Editorial Review: Editors are trained to identify potential plagiarism. Any flagged content is thoroughly reviewed for proper citation and attribution.
• Author Responsibility: Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cite all sources. They are required to submit a statement confirming the originality of their manuscript upon submission.

Actions Against Plagiarism

If plagiarism is detected, ScienceJournalHub will take the following actions based on the severity of the case:

Minor Plagiarism

• First Offense: The authors will be required to correct the manuscript by properly citing the sources and resubmitting the work.
• Subsequent Offenses: The manuscript may be rejected, and the authors may be warned against future misconduct.

Major Plagiarism

• Initial Detection: The manuscript will be rejected immediately. The authors will be notified of the findings and the reasons for rejection.
• Severe Cases: In severe cases, where plagiarism is extensive or appears to be intentional, ScienceJournalHub may notify the authors' institutions and funding agencies. The authors may also be banned from submitting to ScienceJournalHub for a specified period.

Appeals

Authors have the right to appeal decisions related to plagiarism findings. Appeals must be made in writing, providing detailed explanations and any relevant supporting documentation. The appeal will be reviewed by the editorial board, and a final decision will be communicated to the authors.

Transparency and Education

• Author Guidelines: Clear guidelines on plagiarism and proper citation practices are provided to all authors.
• Educational Resources: ScienceJournalHub offers resources and workshops to educate authors, particularly early-career researchers, on ethical writing and research practices.

Commitment to Integrity

ScienceJournalHub is dedicated to fostering a culture of honesty and integrity in academic publishing. By adhering to this plagiarism policy, we aim to protect the intellectual property rights of authors and maintain the trust of our readership.

For any questions or concerns regarding our plagiarism policy, please contact us at ethics@sciencejournalhub.org