Publication Ethics

Sapientia Diversalis: Journal of Human Interaction and Social Studies is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical responsibility in scholarly publishing. The journal adheres to the principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and requires all parties involved in the publication process—including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—to comply with these ethical standards at every stage of manuscript submission, peer review, and publication.

1. Responsibilities of Authors

Authors are required to ensure that all submitted manuscripts are original, accurately presented, and properly cited in accordance with established academic conventions. Any form of plagiarism, self-plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, or redundant publication is strictly prohibited. Authors must report research findings honestly and transparently, provide sufficient detail to allow verification or scholarly evaluation, and disclose any potential conflicts of interest, whether financial, institutional, or personal.

Authorship must accurately reflect significant intellectual contributions to the work. Manuscripts submitted to the journal must not be under consideration or previously published elsewhere.

2. Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for evaluating submitted manuscripts in a fair, objective, and timely manner, based solely on their scholarly merit, originality, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s focus on human interaction, social studies, and interdisciplinary social research. Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all submitted materials and ensure that information related to manuscripts is disclosed only to individuals directly involved in the editorial and peer-review process.

Editorial decisions must be free from discrimination, personal bias, or conflicts of interest and must consistently uphold ethical principles that support academic integrity and responsible publishing.

3. Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to conduct peer reviews objectively, constructively, and within the agreed timeframe to contribute to the improvement of manuscript quality. All manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and must not be used for personal or professional advantage.

Reviewers should promptly notify the editors of any ethical concerns, including suspected plagiarism, redundant publication, unethical research practices, or undisclosed conflicts of interest. Reviewers who feel unqualified to evaluate a manuscript or unable to provide an impartial assessment should decline the review invitation without delay.

4. Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher, in collaboration with the editorial board, is responsible for ensuring that all publication practices comply with ethical standards and COPE guidelines. This responsibility includes addressing ethical complaints, investigating allegations of academic misconduct, and implementing appropriate corrective actions, such as issuing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern when necessary.

The publisher supports the editorial team in promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness throughout the editorial and publication process.