Vexido Publications LLP values transparency and fairness in the recognition of contributions to scholarly work. This Authorship and Contribution Policy outlines the criteria for authorship, responsibilities of authors, and the acknowledgment of contributions in all submissions.
o1 - Criteria for Authorship
To qualify for authorship, an individual must meet all the following criteria:
A
Substantial Contribution
Significant involvement in the conception, design, data collection, or analysis of the study.
B
Manuscript Drafting and Revision
Active participation in drafting, revising, or critically reviewing the manuscript.
C
Approval of Final Version
Approval of the final manuscript version to be submitted for publication.
D
Accountability
Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work, ensuring its accuracy and integrity.
02 - Author Responsibilities
Corresponding Author
The corresponding author is responsible for:
- Submitting the manuscript and ensuring compliance with submission guidelines.
- Coordinating communication between the journal and all co-authors.
- Addressing editorial and reviewer comments during the review process.
- Ensuring that all co-authors are informed of submission progress and decisions.
Co-Authors
Co-authors are responsible for:
- Contributing significantly to the research and manuscript preparation.
- Reviewing and approving the manuscript before submission.
- Disclosing potential conflicts of interest.
03 - Acknowledgment of Contributions
Individuals who contribute to the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged in the Acknowledgments section. Examples include:
- Technical support.
- Administrative assistance.
- Funding acquisition or general supervision.
04 - Changes to Authorship
Adding or Removing Authors
Requests to add or remove authors after submission must:
- Be submitted in writing by the corresponding author.
- Include a detailed explanation of the change.
- Be approved by all authors, including the individual being added or removed.
Disputes
Authorship disputes will be addressed by the editorial team in consultation with relevant parties, adhering to guidelines from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
05 - Group Authorship
For large collaborative projects, group authorship is acceptable if:
- The group’s contribution is clearly defined.
- A representative author takes responsibility for the manuscript on behalf of the group.
06 - Contributions Statement
Authors must include a Contributions Statement in the manuscript detailing individual roles. For example:
- Conceptualization: A.B., C.D.
- Methodology: A.B., E.F.
- Writing – Original Draft: A.B.
- Writing – Review & Editing: C.D., E.F.
07 - Ethical Considerations
- Gift Authorship: Including individuals who did not contribute significantly is prohibited.
- Ghost Authorship: Failing to credit individuals who made significant contributions is unethical.
- Dual Submission: Authors must ensure the manuscript is not under review elsewhere.
08 - Violations and Consequences
Violations of the authorship policy may result in:
- Rejection of the manuscript during submission or review.
- Retraction of published articles if violations are discovered post-publication.
- Notification of the author’s institution or funding agency in severe cases.
09 - Transparency and Accountability
The journal encourages authors to use tools like ORCID iDs to ensure clear and consistent attribution of their contributions.
Contact Information
For questions or to report concerns regarding authorship, please contact:
- Email: support@vexido.com
- Phone: +91 99755 64244