- Misconduct Reporting: Suspected ethical violations (e.g., plagiarism, data falsification) can be reported to the editorial office.
- Investigations: Allegations are thoroughly investigated, involving the editorial board and, if needed, the authors’ institutions.
- Consequences: Proven cases of misconduct may result in rejection, retraction, or notification to relevant authorities or institutions.
Data Transparency and Accessibility
- Authors are encouraged to provide raw data related to their research for verification purposes and must store the data for a reasonable period.
