Publication Ethics

1. Reporting

Authors should report the research process and results fairly, clearly, precisely, accurately, thoroughly, and impartially. Authors are expected to maintain and preserve research data appropriately and to present all relevant data and information honestly.

2. Originality

Authors must ensure that manuscripts submitted to JLPF are original works based on their own ideas and contributions. A submitted manuscript must not have been previously published in any medium or language and must not be under consideration by another publisher or journal.

In cases of duplicate publication or publication deception, the article may be withdrawn or removed from the journal in accordance with applicable publication ethics procedures.

3. Clear Sources and Proper Citation

Authors must properly acknowledge all sources used in their research and manuscript. All reading materials cited in the manuscript must be clearly and completely identified in the reference list. Authors must not quote, reproduce, or use the work of others without appropriate citation and acknowledgment of the original source.

4. Responsibility

Authors are fully responsible for the data and content of their manuscripts, including research methods, analysis, calculations, interpretations, and other relevant details. Authors must be willing to provide appropriate clarification or verification when requested by the Editor or reviewers.

5. Authorship Agreement

Authors must ensure that all individuals listed as authors have made substantial contributions to the conception, conduct, analysis, or preparation of the work and have approved the final version of the manuscript.

Any addition, removal, or modification of authorship must be agreed upon by all authors. Individuals who contribute to the manuscript in a non-substantive capacity should be appropriately acknowledged rather than listed as authors.

6. Punctuality

Authors are expected to complete revisions and return revised manuscripts within the time specified by the journal. Failure to meet the required deadline may result in delays in the publication of the article.

7. Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial, personal, professional, or other relationships that could potentially influence the research or its publication. Authors are expected to respect copyright and privacy and to resolve any potential conflicts of interest fairly and transparently.

1. Neutrality

Editors must be neutral, objective, and fair in selecting and screening manuscripts. Editorial decisions must not discriminate against authors based on gender, ethnicity, religion, race, nationality, or other irrelevant personal characteristics.

2. Reporting and Editorial Communication

Editors should communicate the selection and review process clearly and accurately to authors. Editorial communication should provide relevant information concerning the evaluation of manuscripts, publication guidelines, and editorial procedures.

3. Communication

Editors should communicate effectively, efficiently, fairly, and transparently with authors, reviewers, and journal managers throughout the publication process. Suggestions, questions, and criticisms should be addressed professionally and appropriately.

4. Fairness

Editors must assign manuscripts to members of the editorial team and reviewers fairly and according to their respective areas of competence and expertise.

5. Professionalism

Editors must perform their duties professionally and understand the policies and standards governing scholarly publication. Editors must ensure that every manuscript undergoes the appropriate editorial and peer-review processes fairly, correctly, and objectively.

6. Responsibility

Editors are responsible for maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal's publication process. Editors must ensure that published articles meet the journal's standards of originality, quality, and scholarly contribution.

7. Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Editors must disclose and appropriately manage any conflicts of interest that could affect editorial decisions. Editors should respect copyright and confidentiality and resolve conflicts fairly and transparently.

1. Neutrality and Impartiality

Reviewers must evaluate manuscripts fairly, objectively, independently, and without bias. Reviews must be conducted professionally and solely on the basis of the scientific quality and content of the manuscript.

Reviewers must not review manuscripts involving themselves directly or indirectly, including manuscripts in which they have a personal, professional, or other conflict of interest.

2. Professionalism and Confidentiality

Reviewers should provide critical, constructive, and professional assessments within their area of expertise. Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and must not use information obtained during the review process for personal or professional advantage.

Reviewers have the right to decline a review invitation when the manuscript falls outside their expertise. In such cases, reviewers should promptly inform the Editor and, where appropriate, recommend another suitably qualified reviewer.

3. Quality Assurance

Reviewers should assist the Editor in improving the quality of submitted manuscripts. Reviews should primarily evaluate the substance, scientific reasoning, methodological rigor, originality, and contribution of the manuscript rather than focus solely on grammar, punctuation, or typographical errors.

Reviewers should consider the accuracy, novelty, originality, scientific contribution, and potential benefit of the manuscript to the development of science, technology, and innovation.

4. Punctuality

Reviewers are expected to complete reviews and provide recommendations to the Editor within the specified review period. If a reviewer cannot complete the review within the required time, the reviewer should inform the Editor promptly and provide an appropriate explanation.

5. Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Reviewers must disclose any potential conflict of interest that could influence their evaluation of a manuscript. Reviewers must respect the copyright and confidentiality of the manuscript and should decline the review when a conflict cannot be appropriately managed.

1. Decision-Making

Journal managers should establish and support the vision, mission, and objectives of journal publication based on recommendations from reviewers and the editorial board. Journal managers must remain neutral and free from individual, group, commercial, ethnic, religious, racial, or other conflicts of interest.

2. Editorial and Reviewer Independence

Journal managers should provide appropriate independence and a professional working environment for editors and reviewers. Journal managers should support the protection of intellectual property rights, confidentiality, licensing, and other ethical requirements related to scholarly publication.

Journal managers should encourage editors and reviewers to uphold appropriate ethical standards, including confidentiality and applicable ethical requirements for research involving humans, animals, and other living organisms.

3. Responsibility

Journal managers are responsible for supporting and implementing the journal's publication policies, including the journal title, scientific scope, manuscript preparation requirements, collaboration, licensing, legal publication requirements, and evaluation of the publication process.

4. Promotion and Sustainability

Journal managers are responsible for promoting the journal and supporting the sustainability of its publication activities. Funding decisions should be made in accordance with the journal's policies and publication needs.

Funders must not interfere with the scientific content or editorial decisions of the journal. Sources of research and publication funding should be disclosed appropriately without influencing readers' perception of the scientific content.

5. Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Journal managers must disclose and appropriately manage conflicts of interest. They must respect copyright and confidentiality and resolve conflicts with other parties fairly, transparently, and responsibly.

Commitment to Publication Ethics

JLPF is committed to maintaining the integrity, transparency, and quality of scholarly publishing. Authors, editors, reviewers, and journal managers are expected to uphold these ethical principles throughout the publication process.