Plagiarism Policy

The journal “Advances in Nuclear Science and Applications” is committed to maintaining the integrity and credibility of scholarly publishing. Plagiarism undermines these principles and violates ethical standards in research. The journal follows strict guidelines to detect, prevent, and address plagiarism in all submitted manuscripts. Below is an outline of our Plagiarism Policy:

1. Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper acknowledgment or citation. This includes:

  • Copying text or data from other works without proper attribution.
  • Reusing parts of one’s own previously published work (self-plagiarism) without proper citation.
  • Improper paraphrasing or modifying others' work to make it appear as original.
  • Using images, graphs, or other content without appropriate permission or citation.

2. Commitment to Detecting Plagiarism

The journal takes plagiarism very seriously and employs various methods to detect and address it:

  • Plagiarism detection software: Manuscripts are subjected to plagiarism screening using established tools (e.g., Turnitin, iThenticate) to identify possible instances of plagiarism or self-plagiarism.
  • Manual checks: The editorial team may perform additional checks when plagiarism is suspected, reviewing the manuscript against online databases and other sources to verify its originality.
  • Reviewers’ vigilance: Reviewers are encouraged to highlight any potential cases of plagiarism or improper citations during the peer review process.

3. Author Responsibilities

Authors submitting manuscripts to the journal are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. To ensure that their work meets these standards, authors must:

  • Properly cite all sources of data, ideas, or text that are not their own. This includes referencing both direct quotes and paraphrased material.
  • Disclose any prior publications or data that overlap with the submitted work to prevent self-plagiarism.
  • Ensure originality: Authors should submit only original, unpublished work that has not been previously published elsewhere.

4. Actions in Case of Plagiarism

If plagiarism or any form of unethical authorship is detected, the journal will take the following actions:

  • Initial assessment: The editorial board will review the case thoroughly, ensuring that the authors have the opportunity to provide clarification or correct any mistakes.
  • Minor cases of plagiarism: If plagiarism is found to be minimal (e.g., incorrect or incomplete citation of a small portion of text), the authors may be asked to revise the manuscript and provide proper citations. The article will only be published once the revisions are made and the issue is resolved.
  • Serious cases of plagiarism: In cases of substantial plagiarism, including the use of large portions of text or data from other works without proper acknowledgment, the manuscript will be rejected. If the article has already been published, it will be retracted, and a public notice will be issued explaining the retraction.
  • Involvement of institutions: If necessary, the journal may report the issue to the author’s institution, funding agencies, or any relevant authorities to ensure proper investigation and resolution.

5. Self-Plagiarism

Self-plagiarism occurs when authors reuse their own previously published content without appropriate citation. While it is acceptable to build on one’s own prior work, authors must:

  • Cite their previous publications if substantial parts of their work are reused in a new manuscript.
  • Avoid submitting identical or very similar content to multiple journals simultaneously (i.e., duplicate publication).
  • Clearly differentiate between new and previously published content, providing context to avoid misleading readers.

6. Preventing Plagiarism

To prevent plagiarism, the journal encourages authors to:

  • Use proper citation and referencing techniques throughout their manuscripts.
  • Ensure clarity in authorship: All contributors should be properly credited for their contributions.
  • Use plagiarism detection tools before submission to check for potential issues.

7. Ethical Publishing and the Role of Editors

The editorial board of the journal is committed to upholding the integrity of the publishing process. Editors and reviewers are responsible for:

  • Ensuring that the peer review process is fair and thorough.
  • Identifying potential cases of plagiarism during manuscript evaluation.
  • Adhering to the highest ethical standards in making decisions regarding the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts based on originality and scholarly contribution.

8. Education on Plagiarism

To help authors understand the importance of academic integrity and avoid unintentional plagiarism, the journal provides guidelines and resources on proper citation practices and the ethical publication of research.