IOSI Publications is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and originality in research. We have a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism in all its forms. Plagiarism is a serious ethical violation that undermines the credibility of scholarly work. This policy outlines our commitment to identifying and addressing plagiarism within our publications:

Definition of Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s words, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution or permission, presenting them as one’s own. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  1. Direct Copying: Verbatim replication of text, data, or ideas from another source without proper citation.
  2. Paraphrasing: Rewriting or rephrasing another person’s work without giving proper credit.
  3. Self-Plagiarism: Submitting the same work, in whole or in part, to multiple publications without appropriate disclosure.

Preventing Plagiarism:

Authors submitting manuscripts to IOSI Publications are expected to:

  1. Produce Original Work: Ensure that all content submitted is original, and all sources of information, data, and ideas are properly cited.
  2. Cite Sources Properly: Accurately and comprehensively cite and reference all sources used in the manuscript, including text, figures, tables, and data.
  3. Obtain Permissions: Obtain necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted materials and provide proper attribution where required.

Detection and Consequences:

IOSI Publications employs plagiarism detection software to screen all submitted manuscripts for potential plagiarism. If plagiarism is detected, the following actions may be taken:

  1. Immediate Rejection: Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism will be rejected without further review.
  2. Withdrawal of Published Articles: If plagiarism is discovered in a published article, it will be retracted, and the author(s) will be notified. The retraction notice will clearly indicate the reason for the retraction.
  3. Author Penalties: Authors found to have committed plagiarism may be barred from submitting to IOSI Publications in the future.

Editorial Responsibilities:

Editors and reviewers play a crucial role in identifying potential plagiarism during the peer review process. If plagiarism is suspected, they should report their concerns to the editorial office for further investigation.

Appeals and Corrections:

Authors have the right to appeal a plagiarism decision if they believe it to be incorrect. Appeals will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If a decision is reversed, appropriate corrections will be made.

At IOSI Publications, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in research and publishing. We encourage authors to familiarize themselves with our plagiarism policy and adhere to it diligently to ensure the integrity and authenticity of their work.