The Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement for the Journal of Responsible AI & Ethics outlines the commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical standards in scholarly publishing. Key points include:

Ethical Conduct

• Authors must ensure originality, avoid plagiarism, and accurately report data and findings.

• Research involving human subjects must comply with ethical guidelines, including obtaining informed consent and institutional review board approval.

• Conflicts of interest and funding sources must be fully disclosed by authors.

Peer Review Integrity

• The journal employs a rigorous, fair, and confidential peer review process to maintain quality.

• Reviewers and editors must declare conflicts of interest and uphold impartiality.

• Peer review comments and manuscript details are confidential.

Author Responsibilities

• Authors must list all contributors who meet authorship criteria and acknowledge sources.

• Duplicate submissions or publications are prohibited.

• Corrections or retractions will be issued if significant errors or misconduct are identified post-publication.

Handling Misconduct

• Allegations of unethical behavior, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification, will be thoroughly investigated.

• Appropriate actions including retractions, corrections, or expressions of concern will be taken to preserve the literature's integrity.

• The journal encourages the reporting of suspected misconduct and maintains transparent procedures for resolution.

Responsible AI Ethics

• Given the journal's focus, special emphasis is placed on ethical implications in AI research, including fairness, privacy, accountability, and societal impact.

This statement ensures trustworthiness and accountability in the publication process, safeguarding the ethical and scientific standards fundamental to responsible AI scholarship.