Vexido Publications LLP is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and transparency in its editorial process. Our Editorial Policy outlines the principles, responsibilities, and processes that guide the publication of scholarly content across all journals under our purview, ensuring fairness, objectivity, and excellence.
1. Editorial Objectives
The primary objectives of the editorial process are to:
- Ensure the quality, originality, and relevance of published content.
- Uphold ethical standards in research and publication.
- Facilitate a fair and transparent peer-review process.
- Promote inclusivity and diversity in academic discourse.
2. Editorial Board Responsibilities
The Editorial Board of each journal is responsible for:
- Decision Making: Making unbiased decisions on manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection based on academic merit and relevance.
- Fair Review Process: Ensuring that all submissions undergo rigorous double-blind peer review.
- Conflict of Interest Management: Recusing themselves from handling manuscripts where conflicts of interest exist.
- Policy Adherence: Upholding journal policies, including ethics and plagiarism standards.
3. Manuscript Evaluation Criteria
All manuscripts are evaluated based on:
- Originality: Contribution of new knowledge or perspectives to the field.
- Relevance: Alignment with the journal’s scope and readership.
- Scientific Rigor: Soundness of research methods, analysis, and conclusions.
- Clarity: Logical organization and quality of writing.
4. Peer Review Process
- Double-Blind Review: Identities of authors and reviewers are concealed to ensure impartiality.
- Reviewer Selection: Reviewers are chosen based on expertise and absence of conflicts of interest.
- Feedback: Constructive and timely feedback is provided to authors, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
- Final Decision: The Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision based on reviewers’ recommendations and editorial assessments.
5. Ethical Considerations
Editors ensure compliance with ethical standards, including:
- Preventing plagiarism and duplicate submissions.
- Monitoring compliance with data privacy and confidentiality.
- Identifying and addressing cases of unethical research practices.
6. Author Appeals
Authors may appeal editorial decisions if they believe the review process was flawed. Appeals must:
- Be submitted in writing to the Editor-in-Chief.
- Include detailed justification for the appeal.
- Be reviewed independently by a senior editor or an external reviewer.
7. Corrections, Retractions, and Updates
The editorial team is committed to maintaining the accuracy of published content:
- Corrections: Issued for minor errors that do not affect the integrity of the work.
- Retractions: Published articles may be retracted in cases of significant ethical breaches or data fabrication.
- Updates: Articles may be updated if significant post-publication data becomes available.
8. Confidentiality
- Editors and staff must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and associated communications.
- Information or ideas obtained during the editorial process will not be used for personal advantage.
9. Diversity and Inclusion
- The editorial process promotes diversity in authorship, research topics, and editorial representation, ensuring equal opportunities for all contributors regardless of geography, gender, or institutional affiliation.
10. Editorial Independence
- Decisions on manuscripts are made without influence from sponsors, advertisers, or other external parties. The editorial team operates independently to ensure integrity and impartiality.
11. Communication with Authors
Authors will be:
- Notified of editorial decisions and provided with constructive feedback.
- Informed of any delays or issues encountered during the editorial process.
- Guided through the revision and publication stages with clarity.
Contact Information
For questions regarding the Editorial Policy or editorial decisions, please contact:
- Email: support@vexido.com
- Phone: +91 99755 64244