Editorial Policies & Guidelines
RSYN PRESS is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics, integrity, and academic excellence in all our publications.
Our Editorial Standards
Committed to excellence in academic publishing
Quality Assurance
Rigorous review processes ensure scholarly excellence
Ethical Integrity
COPE guidelines and ethical standards compliance
Expert Review
Global network of distinguished peer reviewers
Global Access
Open access commitment for worldwide impact
Peer Review Policy
Our rigorous double-blind peer review process ensures the highest quality publications.
Double-Blind Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind peer review, ensuring objective evaluation by concealing both reviewer and author identities throughout the process.
Process Benefits:
- โข Eliminates bias based on author reputation or affiliation
- โข Encourages honest, constructive feedback
- โข Protects reviewer independence and objectivity
- โข Ensures merit-based evaluation
Expert Reviewer Selection
Manuscripts are evaluated by 2-3 experts in the relevant field, selected based on their expertise, research experience, and track record of quality reviews.
Reviewer Criteria
PhD qualification, active research, publication record
Global Network
International experts from leading institutions
Editorial Decision Process
Final publication decisions are made by our academic editors based on comprehensive reviewer reports, manuscript quality, and contribution to the field.
Publication Ethics
Adherence to the highest ethical standards in academic publishing
Research Misconduct Prevention
We adhere to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and maintain zero tolerance for research misconduct.
Prohibited Practices:
- โข Plagiarism and self-plagiarism
- โข Data fabrication or falsification
- โข Redundant or duplicate publication
- โข Inappropriate authorship claims
- โข Undisclosed conflicts of interest
Detection and Investigation
We employ advanced plagiarism detection tools and conduct thorough investigations of any suspected misconduct.
Our Process:
- โข Automated plagiarism screening
- โข Expert editorial review
- โข Formal investigation when necessary
- โข Appropriate sanctions for violations
Originality Requirements
Authors must ensure their work is entirely original and has not been published elsewhere or submitted simultaneously to other publishers.
Author Responsibilities:
- โข Guarantee work originality
- โข Proper citation of all sources
- โข Declaration of previous publication
- โข Acknowledgment of funding sources
Consequences of Violations
Ethical violations result in serious consequences including manuscript rejection, author sanctions, and institutional notifications.
Potential Sanctions:
- โข Immediate manuscript rejection
- โข Editorial office notification
- โข Author institution contact
- โข Submission ban (1-5 years)
Authorship Criteria
Clear guidelines for determining manuscript authorship
ICMJE Authorship Requirements
Authorship should be limited to those who have made significant contributions and can take responsibility for the work.
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Substantial Contributions
- โข Conception or design of the work
- โข Acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data
- โข Creation of new software used in the work
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Drafting or Revision
- โข Drafting the work
- โข Revising it critically for important intellectual content
- โข Final approval of the version to be published
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Final Approval
- โข Agreement to be accountable for all aspects
- โข Ensuring questions related to accuracy
- โข Integrity of any part of the work
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Accountability
- โข Agreement to be accountable for all aspects
- โข Appropriately investigated and resolved
- โข Final responsibility for integrity
โ ๏ธ Important Note
All persons designated as authors should qualify for authorship, and all those who qualify should be listed. Contributors who do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged in the acknowledgments section.
Conflict of Interest Policy
All authors must disclose any financial or other substantive conflicts of interest that might influence the results or interpretation of their manuscript.
Financial Conflicts
- โข Research funding sources
- โข Employment relationships
- โข Consultancy agreements
- โข Stock ownership or patents
Non-Financial Conflicts
- โข Personal relationships
- โข Academic competition
- โข Political or religious beliefs
- โข Institutional affiliations
Disclosure Requirements
Complete Disclosure
Declare all potential conflicts, even if you believe they don't affect your work
Funding Sources
List all funding sources and grant numbers that supported the research
Ongoing Updates
Notify editors immediately if new conflicts arise during review
Clear Statement
Provide clear statement if no conflicts exist: "The authors declare no conflicts of interest"
Open Access Policy
Committed to making research freely accessible worldwide
100% Open Access
All RSYN PRESS publications are immediately available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers or access restrictions.
Creative Commons Licensing
Publications are typically licensed under CC BY 4.0, allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction with proper attribution.
Author Rights
Authors retain copyright while granting RSYN RESEARCH LLP publication and distribution rights for global dissemination.
Benefits of Open Access
For Authors
- โข Increased citation rates and research impact
- โข Global visibility and accessibility
- โข Compliance with funding mandates
- โข Enhanced career opportunities
For Society
- โข Accelerated scientific progress
- โข Reduced research barriers
- โข Improved global knowledge sharing
- โข Enhanced public access to research
Editorial Governance
Committed leadership ensuring editorial excellence and integrity
Editorial Independence
Our editorial decisions are made independently based solely on academic merit, scientific quality, and contribution to the field, free from commercial or institutional influence.
Quality Standards
We maintain consistent quality standards across all publications through rigorous peer review, expert editorial oversight, and adherence to international publishing best practices.
Continuous Improvement
We regularly review and update our editorial policies, incorporate feedback from authors and reviewers, and implement best practices from the global academic publishing community.
Transparency
Our editorial processes are transparent, with clear guidelines, open communication, and regular reporting on our activities and performance metrics.
Editorial Resources
Additional resources for authors, reviewers, and editors
Maintain Excellence in Academic Publishing
Our commitment to editorial excellence ensures that every publication meets the highest standards of academic integrity and quality.