Publication Ethics

Journal Mistar is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. All authors, editors, and reviewers involved in the publication process are expected to follow ethical behavior standards as outlined below:

1. Responsibilities of the Editor

  • Ensure a fair, unbiased, and timely peer-review process.

  • Maintain confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts.

  • Make publication decisions based solely on the academic merit and relevance to the journal's scope.

  • Take appropriate actions when ethical complaints or conflicts of interest arise.

2. Responsibilities of the Authors

  • Submit original works that have not been published or submitted elsewhere.

  • Properly cite all sources and give credit where it is due to avoid plagiarism.

  • Disclose any conflicts of interest or financial support that could influence the research.

  • Ensure that all co-authors have contributed significantly and approve the final version.

  • Notify the editor promptly if a significant error or inaccuracy is discovered after publication.

3. Responsibilities of the Reviewers

  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.

  • Maintain confidentiality of the manuscript and avoid sharing it with others.

  • Disclose any conflicts of interest that may affect the review process.

  • Alert the editor to any potential plagiarism or unethical research practices identified in the manuscript.

Journal Mistar follows the ethical guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and is committed to maintaining integrity and transparency throughout the publication process.