Publication Ethics
JMTR is committed to fostering a cohesive and inclusive scholarly community grounded in integrity, creativity, and ethical conduct across diverse disciplines. The journal adheres to the guidelines and principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure transparency, accountability, and academic excellence in all aspects of publication.
All participants in the publication process, authors, editors, and reviewers are expected to act with professionalism, fairness, and respect. These ethical standards are essential to maintain the credibility of research, build public trust, and ensure proper recognition of intellectual contributions.
JMTR does not tolerate academic malpractice, including plagiarism, data fabrication or falsification, duplicate submission, improper authorship, conflicts of interest, or other unethical practices. All submissions undergo a fair and unbiased review process, and appropriate action will be taken in cases of misconduct.
All participants in the publication process, authors, editors, and reviewers are expected to act with professionalism, fairness, and respect. These ethical standards are essential to maintain the credibility of research, build public trust, and ensure proper recognition of intellectual contributions.
JMTR does not tolerate academic malpractice, including plagiarism, data fabrication or falsification, duplicate submission, improper authorship, conflicts of interest, or other unethical practices. All submissions undergo a fair and unbiased review process, and appropriate action will be taken in cases of misconduct.
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Authorship & Contribution: JMTR follows the internationally recognized authorship standards. An author must have made a substantial contribution to the conception or design of the work, or to the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data; contributed to drafting or critically revising the manuscript; approved the final version; and agreed to be accountable for all aspects of the work. All contributors who do not meet these criteria should be acknowledged appropriately. |
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Plagiarism: JMTR has a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism in any form, including direct copying, self-plagiarism, improper paraphrasing, and duplicate publication. All submitted manuscripts are screened using appropriate plagiarism detection software prior to peer review. Any manuscript found to contain unacceptable levels of plagiarism will be rejected, and cases of suspected misconduct will be handled in accordance with JMTR’s ethical policies and COPE guidelines. |
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Data integrity & research misconduct handling: JMTR is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity. Authors are expected to present accurate, original, and verifiable data, and to report findings honestly. Allegations of research misconduct, including data fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism, are taken seriously and handled in accordance with JMTR’s ethical policies and COPE guidelines. Investigations may involve authors’ institutions, and appropriate corrective actions, such as corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern, will be taken when necessary. |
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Transparency: Transparency is crucial for the reproducibility of research. Authors are required to present data transparently, allowing for a clear understanding of methodologies and results. Clear explanations in the manuscript enhance comprehension across different disciplines, facilitating collaboration and knowledge exchange. |
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Conflict of Interest: To maintain the integrity of the review process, editors and reviewers are required to abstain from the review process with a conflict of interest. Authors are required to disclose any financial or personal relationships that could be perceived as potential conflicts. This transparency ensures unbiased evaluation and safeguards against undue influence on the publication process. |
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Editorial Independence and Impartiality: JMTR maintains full editorial independence in all publishing decisions. The Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board exercise sole authority over manuscript evaluation, peer review, acceptance, and rejection, based exclusively on scholarly merit, ethical standards, and reviewer recommendations. The publisher and sponsoring institution have no influence over editorial decisions or the content of published articles. |
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Ethical Treatment of Subjects: Research involving human or animal subjects must adhere to ethical standards, emphasizing the importance of obtaining necessary approvals and informed consent. Authors are required to clearly state their adherence to relevant ethical guidelines, ensuring the well-being and rights of research subjects. Evidence of ethical clearance obtained prior to conducting the study must be furnished for studies that involve therapeutic interventions, clinical investigations, and invasive procedures on human and animal subjects. |
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Corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern: JMTR is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. When errors or inaccuracies are identified in published articles, the journal will issue corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as appropriate. Decisions are guided by COPE guidelines, ensuring transparency, accountability, and clear communication to readers while preserving the integrity of the research record. |
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Legal Compliance: Authors are required to comply with all applicable laws regarding publishing, copyright, and intellectual property to ensure that research is conducted ethically and within the bounds of the law. This includes adherence to ethical standards, proper citation practices, and respect for intellectual property rights. |
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Originality : JMTR requires that all manuscripts submitted for consideration represent original scholarly work. Authors must ensure that the content has been written independently and reflects their own research and analysis. Any use of ideas, text, data, or findings from other sources must be appropriately acknowledged through accurate citation. Submissions that do not meet these originality requirements will not be considered for publication. |
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Citation Manipulation : JMTR does not permit the inclusion of references that are added primarily to inflate citation metrics rather than to support the academic content of a manuscript. Citations must be relevant, necessary, and directly support the scholarly content of the manuscript. Any attempt to influence citation metrics through inappropriate referencing is considered unethical and may result in rejection of the submission. |
