Publication Ethics



Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology adheres to ethical principles and values in the publication of articles and scientific activities. The journal recognizes the importance of ethics in the dissemination and presentation of research findings and, in order to maintain scientific integrity and the trust of researchers, follows the following principles:

  1. Fairness and Justice: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology ensures that all articles are evaluated in a fair and unbiased manner and are published based on their scientific value and quality of content. There is no discrimination or bias in the selection and evaluation of articles.
  2. Respect for Authors' Rights: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology requests authors to respect intellectual property rights and refrain from any form of illegal copying or misuse of others' research findings. Furthermore, any changes or modifications to articles can only be made with the original author's permission.
  3. Honesty and Transparency: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology requires authors to present their information and data truthfully and transparently. Any alteration or falsification of data or presentation of incorrect information is taken seriously and can have negative consequences.
  4. Adherence to Ethical Principles: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology expects authors and reviewers to adhere to ethical principles in all scientific activities, including the publication and evaluation of articles. Respect for the rights of others, avoidance of conflicts of interest, respect for privacy, and the preservation of scientific integrity are among the topics covered by these principles.
  5. Privacy Protection: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology emphasizes the protection of authors' privacy and data containing personal information. The journal ensures that personal information is safeguarded and only limitedly disclosed in the published articles. Authors also have the responsibility not to use sensitive or personal information of others without permission.
  6. Comprehensible and Accessible Content: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology focuses on publishing content that is understandable and accessible to readers. Articles should be written in simple and clear language and should refrain from excessive use of technical terms or jargon. Additionally, access to articles should be available and accessible to the public, contributing to the development of knowledge and general understanding in the field of medical sciences and biotechnology.
  7. Compliance with Scientific Standards: Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology adheres to international scientific standards. The journal ensures that published articles have credible and verifiable sources and employ correct and reliable research methods. It also emphasizes the need for replication and validation of results by other researchers.
  8. Prevention of Scientific Misconduct: Kateb Journal prohibits any form of scientific misconduct, including misuse of research findings or unauthorized copying. The journal expects its authors and reviewers to adhere to scientific ethics and present research findings honestly and without distortion.

Adherence to these ethical principles in the publication of Kateb Journal of Medical Sciences and Biotechnology contributes to the preservation of scientific credibility and public trust in the field of medical sciences and biotechnology and promotes the development and improvement of scientific knowledge in this domain.