Ethical Clearance

Research Ethics Statement

Authors submitting manuscripts to this journal are required to adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct in research. This includes ensuring that their studies are conducted in compliance with the principles of research ethics, as outlined by relevant ethical guidelines and institutional policies.

Specifically, authors must:

  1. Obtain necessary ethical approval from relevant institutional review boards (IRB) or ethics committees before initiating research involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data.
  2. Secure informed consent from participants, ensuring they are fully aware of the study's purpose, procedures, potential risks, and benefits, with their participation remaining voluntary.
  3. Guarantee confidentiality and anonymity of participants' data, unless explicitly agreed upon otherwise.
  4. Avoid any form of fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism in their research processes and manuscripts.
  5. Disclose potential conflicts of interest that may influence the integrity or interpretation of the research findings.
  6. Follow appropriate protocols for handling data and materials to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

The journal reserves the right to request proof of ethical approvals, informed consent documents, or any related ethical considerations during the review process. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the rejection of the manuscript.

By submitting their work to this journal, authors affirm their commitment to upholding these ethical standards.