Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement for Biotechnology and Regenerative Sciences

Biotechnology and Regenerative Sciences (BRS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical publishing and scholarly integrity. This statement outlines the ethical responsibilities and policies governing authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher to ensure the integrity and credibility of the scientific record.

Responsibilities of Authors

  • Authors must present original, accurate, and reliable research.

  • All work submitted must be free of plagiarism, duplication, and fabrication.

  • Proper citation of sources and acknowledgment of contributions are mandatory.

  • Authors must disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources transparently.

  • Research involving human or animal subjects must comply with ethical standards and institutional approvals.

  • Authors must declare any use of AI or automated tools in the preparation of manuscripts.

Responsibilities of Editors

  • Editors ensure a fair, unbiased, and timely peer review process.

  • Manuscripts are evaluated solely on scientific merit, originality, and relevance.

  • Editors manage conflicts of interest by recusing themselves where appropriate.

  • Confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and reviewer identities is upheld.

  • Editorial decisions are transparent, based on independent, expert peer review.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

  • Reviewers provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.

  • Confidentiality of manuscripts is strictly maintained.

  • Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest.

  • Reviewers should not use information from manuscripts for personal gain or share them with others.

Publication Misconduct

  • Plagiarism, data falsification, redundant publication, and unethical research practices are unacceptable.

  • Allegations of misconduct are investigated thoroughly, with appropriate corrective actions including corrections, retractions, or bans on future submissions.

  • The journal follows guidelines from recognized bodies such as COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

Transparency and Corrections

  • Corrections and retractions will be issued promptly when errors or misconduct are identified.

  • Freedom of expression and scientific debate are encouraged within ethical boundaries.

Publisher’s Commitment

  • The publisher supports ethical publishing practices by providing resources, training, and compliance mechanisms.

  • Ensures protection of intellectual property rights and adherence to privacy laws.

By adhering to these guidelines, Biotechnology and Regenerative Sciences strives to uphold trustworthiness, accountability, and excellence in scientific publishing.