Editorial Policy

Journal of Global Research in Multidisciplinary Studies (JGRMS)

The Journal of Global Research in Multidisciplinary Studies (JGRMS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and publishing excellence. Our editorial policy ensures transparency, fairness, and ethical behavior in every stage of the publishing process, from manuscript submission to post-publication.

1. Editorial Independence

The editorial team of JGRMS operates independently, with editorial decisions based solely on the quality, relevance, and merit of submitted manuscripts. Editorial decisions are made without external influence and focus on advancing interdisciplinary research across various fields.

2. Manuscript Submission

  • Originality: All submissions must be original and not under review elsewhere. Manuscripts that have been previously published or submitted to other journals will not be considered.
  • Ethical Compliance: Authors must adhere to ethical research practices, including proper citation of sources and ensuring no plagiarism in their work.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence their work or the decision-making process.

3. Peer Review Process

  • Double-Blind Review: JGRMS follows a double-blind peer review process, meaning that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process.
  • Reviewer Selection: Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the subject matter of the manuscript. They are tasked with providing constructive, objective, and thorough evaluations of the submitted work.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Manuscripts are evaluated on criteria such as originality, scientific merit, methodology, clarity of writing, relevance to the field, and the contribution to the existing body of knowledge.
  • Editorial Decision: Following the peer review, the editorial board makes the final decision on manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection. This decision is based on reviewer feedback and editorial evaluation.

4. Author Responsibilities

Authors submitting to JGRMS are expected to:

  • Provide accurate and truthful representations of their research.
  • Acknowledge all contributions to the research, including funding sources, institutional support, and any individuals who provided assistance.
  • Ensure that all co-authors have agreed to the manuscript's submission and publication.
  • Revise manuscripts promptly in response to reviewer comments, adhering to deadlines set by the editorial office.
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest and ensure ethical compliance in the research process.

5. Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are responsible for:

  • Providing impartial, constructive, and timely feedback.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and not discussing the manuscript outside of the review process.
  • Declaring any conflicts of interest that could compromise the review process.
  • Evaluating manuscripts based on their academic merit and relevance to the field, offering recommendations for improvement where applicable.

6. Editorial Board Responsibilities

The editorial board ensures the journal maintains high academic standards by:

  • Overseeing the review process and providing editorial decisions.
  • Offering guidance on the journal’s scope, themes, and special issues.
  • Ensuring compliance with ethical publishing practices and transparency in the editorial process.

7. Ethical Publishing Standards

JGRMS is committed to adhering to ethical publishing practices as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). The journal follows COPE guidelines to prevent and address issues related to plagiarism, authorship disputes, and data fabrication.

  • Plagiarism: Manuscripts that contain plagiarized content will be rejected, and appropriate actions will be taken if plagiarism is discovered after publication.
  • Data Fabrication and Falsification: JGRMS strictly prohibits the fabrication or falsification of data. Submissions based on falsified data will be rejected, and retractions will be issued for published articles where such misconduct is discovered.
  • Retractions and Corrections: If errors are identified in a published article, the journal will issue corrections or retractions as necessary to ensure the accuracy of the published record.

8. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their articles and grant JGRMS the right to publish the work. Articles published in JGRMS are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which allows others to freely share, use, and adapt the content, provided proper credit is given to the original author.

9. Transparency and Accountability

JGRMS is committed to ensuring transparency and accountability in all aspects of the publishing process. This includes clear documentation of the editorial team, peer review process, publication fees (if applicable), and the journal’s adherence to ethical publishing standards.

10. Archiving and Accessibility

JGRMS ensures the long-term accessibility of all published content. The journal’s articles are freely available through our online platform and are also archived with major repositories and databases to guarantee that research remains accessible to scholars worldwide.

For further information, please refer to our Author Guidelines or contact the editorial office at editor@saanvipublications.com