Publication Ethics

The Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine and Research is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, scientific integrity, and transparency in scholarly publishing. The journal follows internationally recognized ethical principles and best practices, including the guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to the journal must ensure that:

  • The submitted work is original and has not been published previously in any form.

  • The manuscript is not under consideration for publication by another journal.

  • All research data, clinical findings, and results are presented accurately and honestly.

  • Appropriate acknowledgment and citation are provided for all sources used.

  • All listed authors have made significant contributions to the research and have approved the final manuscript.

  • Any financial support, sponsorship, or potential conflicts of interest are fully disclosed.

  • Ethical approval has been obtained for studies involving human participants or animals where applicable.

  • Patient privacy, confidentiality, and informed consent requirements are strictly followed.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all manuscripts under review.

  • Provide objective, constructive, and evidence-based evaluations.

  • Identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors.

  • Declare any conflicts of interest before accepting a review assignment.

  • Refrain from using unpublished information for personal or professional benefit.

  • Complete reviews within the agreed review period.

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for:

  • Ensuring fair, unbiased, and independent editorial decisions.

  • Maintaining confidentiality throughout the review and publication process.

  • Selecting qualified reviewers with appropriate subject expertise.

  • Evaluating manuscripts solely on scientific merit, originality, and relevance.

  • Addressing allegations of ethical misconduct promptly and transparently.

  • Taking corrective actions when necessary to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Research Misconduct

The journal strictly prohibits all forms of research and publication misconduct, including:

  • Plagiarism

  • Data fabrication or falsification

  • Image manipulation

  • Duplicate or redundant publication

  • Improper authorship attribution

  • Citation manipulation

  • Unethical clinical or experimental practices

Any suspected misconduct will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions may include manuscript rejection, publication correction, retraction, or notification of relevant institutions.

Corrections and Retractions

If significant errors, inaccuracies, or ethical concerns are identified after publication, the journal will take appropriate measures, including publishing corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions to preserve the integrity of the scientific record.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

The Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine and Research is dedicated to fostering a trustworthy, transparent, and ethical publishing environment that supports the advancement of cardiovascular science, clinical research, and patient care worldwide.