Publication Ethics

SULAWESIANA JOURNAL is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in the publication process. We adhere to best practices for academic publishing to ensure the integrity and quality of the work published. The following guidelines outline the ethical responsibilities of authors, editors, and reviewers involved in the publication process:

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

• Originality: Authors must ensure that the content submitted is original and has not been previously published elsewhere. Any form of plagiarism is strictly prohibited.

• Authorship: All individuals who have made significant contributions to the research must be listed as authors. Authors should ensure that all contributors are appropriately credited, and that no one is excluded.

• Data Integrity: Authors must provide accurate and truthful data and results in their work. Fabrication or manipulation of data is strictly prohibited.

• Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may have influenced the research or the writing of the manuscript.

• Acknowledgment of Sources: Proper citation and acknowledgment of sources must be made to avoid plagiarism and to give due credit to prior work.

• Ethical Compliance: Authors must ensure that their research complies with ethical standards, particularly in studies involving human subjects, animals, or sensitive data.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

• Fairness and Transparency: Editors must make decisions based on the quality and validity of the research, without bias. All manuscripts should be evaluated fairly and impartially.

• Confidentiality: Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding manuscripts under consideration. Information obtained during the review process should not be disclosed or used for personal gain.

• Conflict of Interest: Editors should recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where they have a conflict of interest.

• Timeliness: Editors should ensure that the publication process is efficient, and decisions regarding submission, revision, or rejection are made in a timely manner.

• Encouragement of Ethical Research: Editors have a responsibility to encourage the publication of ethical research practices and ensure that published articles align with the journal’s standards of integrity.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

• Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat manuscripts under review as confidential documents. They should not share or discuss the contents with others without prior permission from the editor.

• Constructive Feedback: Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive feedback on the manuscript. They should focus on the quality and validity of the research, providing helpful suggestions for improvement.

• Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence their judgment in the review process and recuse themselves from reviewing manuscripts where conflicts exist.

• Timeliness: Reviewers should complete their reviews within the designated time frame, ensuring a timely publication process.

4. Handling of Ethical Violations

• Plagiarism: Any instances of plagiarism or unethical research practices detected will result in the rejection of the manuscript and may lead to the authors being banned from submitting to the journal in the future.

• Misleading Data: Any manuscript that contains fabricated or manipulated data will be retracted, and the authors may face disciplinary actions.

• Retractions and Corrections: In the event of an error or ethical violation, the journal will issue retractions or corrections as needed. Authors, editors, and reviewers are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the published work.

SULAWESIANA JOURNAL upholds these ethical principles to maintain the credibility and reputation of the journal, ensuring that published research is of the highest standard and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in a responsible and ethical manner.