Publication Ethics
Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity.
Ethics Statement
MAMRR is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity. We adhere strictly to the guidelines set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expect all authors, reviewers, and editors to uphold these principles.
Our publication ethics policy ensures that all published research meets the highest standards of quality, originality, and academic integrity. We are committed to preventing plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and any form of unethical research practice.
Responsibilities
Authors
- Submit only original work that has not been published elsewhere
- Properly cite and acknowledge all sources and references
- Ensure all co-authors have approved the final version
- Disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest
- Obtain necessary ethical approvals for research involving human/animal subjects
- Provide raw data upon request for verification
- Report any errors or corrections promptly
Reviewers
- Maintain confidentiality of all manuscript information
- Decline review if conflicts of interest exist
- Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback
- Report any suspected plagiarism or ethical concerns
- Respect the intellectual independence of authors
- Do not use unpublished material for personal benefit
- Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe
Editors
- Make publication decisions based on merit and quality
- Maintain confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
- Ensure fair and unbiased peer review process
- Disclose any conflicts of interest to all parties
- Take appropriate action on ethical misconduct
- Encourage transparency and accountability
- Protect intellectual property and copyright
Ethical Policies
Plagiarism Policy
MAMRR has a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts are screened using advanced plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with similarity index above 15% will be rejected.
- Self-plagiarism is also considered unethical
- Proper citation is required for all borrowed content
- Authors may be asked to provide raw data for verification
Double-Blind Review
We follow a strict double-blind peer review process where neither authors nor reviewers know each other's identity. This ensures unbiased evaluation of manuscripts.
- Reviewers are selected based on expertise
- Author identities are removed before review
- Reviewers' identities remain confidential
Conflict of Interest
All parties involved in the publication process must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research or publication decision.
- Financial relationships must be disclosed
- Personal relationships should be reported
- Institutional affiliations must be accurate
Human & Animal Subjects
Research involving human or animal subjects must have received appropriate ethical approval. Authors must provide evidence of ethical clearance when required.
- Informed consent must be obtained from human participants
- Animal welfare guidelines must be followed
- Approval details should be included in the manuscript
Handling Misconduct
Our Approach to Ethical Misconduct
MAMRR takes all allegations of publication misconduct seriously. We follow COPE guidelines in investigating and addressing any ethical concerns raised about published or unpublished work.
Investigation
Thorough investigation of all allegations with due process
Communication
Clear communication with all parties involved
Resolution
Fair and appropriate resolution based on findings
Correction
Corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as needed
Report Ethical Concerns
If you have any concerns about publication ethics or wish to report misconduct, please contact our editorial office. All reports will be handled confidentially.
Contact Editorial Office