Ethics & Integrity
At Xpertia Publishing, ethical publishing is the foundation of our scholarly mission. We follow internationally recognized standards to ensure that research published across our journals is reliable, transparent, and responsibly produced.
AOur Ethical Framework
We adhere to globally recognized standards, including:
- COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics)
- ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors)
- WMA Declaration of Helsinki for human subjects (if applicable)
- Standard research integrity principles for social sciences and economics
These frameworks shape how we evaluate submissions, conduct peer review, and manage corrections or concerns.
BKey Ethical Policies (Quick Access)
1. Publication Ethics & Malpractice Statement
The foundation of our ethical framework: misconduct definitions, responsibilities, and processes.
View full policy (PDF)2. Authorship & Contributorship Policy
Who qualifies as an author, contributor roles, authorship changes, and dispute resolution.
View full policy (PDF)3. Conflict of Interest Policy
Disclosure requirements for authors, reviewers, and editors.
View full policy (PDF)4. Research Misconduct Policy
Processes for investigating plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and unethical research.
View full policy (PDF)5. Data Availability & Transparency Policy
Expectations for sharing data responsibly and providing Data Availability Statements.
View full policy (PDF)6. Corrections, Retractions & Content Removal Policy
How we manage errata, expressions of concern, and retractions.
View full policy (PDF)7. Preprints & Self-Archiving Policy
Permitted use of preprints and accepted manuscript archives.
View full policy (PDF)8. AI & Responsible Use Policy
Guidelines for the ethical use of AI in research and writing.
View full policy (PDF)CResponsibilities by Stakeholder
Authors
- Submit original, unpublished work
- Obtain all ethical approvals
- Disclose conflicts of interest
- Provide accurate data and methods
- Correct errors promptly when discovered
Reviewers
- Conduct fair, confidential reviews
- Evaluate manuscripts objectively
- Report concerns about misconduct
Editors
- Make unbiased decisions based solely on merit
- Manage conflicts of interest responsibly
- Ensure integrity of peer review
Institutions
Cooperate fully in any investigation involving their researchers
D. Reporting Concerns or Misconduct
We take all ethics-related concerns seriously. If you wish to report suspected plagiarism, data manipulation, authorship disputes, undisclosed conflicts, or ethical violations.
Reports may be submitted anonymously. All disclosures are handled confidentially and fairly.