Plagiarism Policy
The "Interdisciplinary Design and Engineering Journal" maintains a strict plagiarism policy to ensure the originality and integrity of all published research. Plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional, is considered a serious ethical violation and is not tolerated in any form. The journal defines plagiarism as the use of someone else's ideas, words, or work without proper attribution or acknowledgment.
Types of Plagiarism: Plagiarism can take various forms, including but not limited to:
- Direct Plagiarism: Copying verbatim text from another source without quotation marks or proper citation.
- Paraphrasing Plagiarism: Rewriting someone else's ideas or text in one's own words without proper attribution.
- Self-Plagiarism: Reusing one's own previously published work without appropriate citation or acknowledgment.
- Mosaic Plagiarism: Patchwriting or mixing together segments of text from different sources without proper attribution.
Detection and Prevention: To detect potential cases of plagiarism, the journal utilizes plagiarism detection software during the manuscript evaluation process. Authors are encouraged to use plagiarism detection tools to review their manuscripts before submission and ensure that all sources are properly cited and attributed. The journal also relies on the expertise of peer reviewers to identify any instances of suspected plagiarism during the review process.
Consequences of Plagiarism: Authors found to have engaged in plagiarism or academic misconduct may face serious consequences, including rejection of the submitted manuscript, retraction of published articles, and notification of the author's institution or employer. In cases of severe or repeated plagiarism, authors may be banned from submitting to the journal in the future, and their misconduct may be reported to relevant academic or professional bodies.
Author Responsibility: Authors bear the primary responsibility for ensuring the originality and integrity of their research. It is incumbent upon authors to properly cite and attribute all sources used in their manuscripts, including text, images, data, and ideas. Authors should also disclose any potential conflicts of interest and obtain necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted material or proprietary data.
Editorial Action: The editorial team of the "Interdisciplinary Design and Engineering Journal" takes plagiarism allegations seriously and conducts thorough investigations into suspected cases. If plagiarism is confirmed, appropriate corrective action will be taken, including rejection of the manuscript, retraction of published articles, and notification of relevant parties. The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of publishing.
Authors are advised to familiarize themselves with the journal's plagiarism policy and guidelines to ensure compliance with ethical standards and prevent any unintentional violations. By upholding a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism, the journal aims to preserve the credibility and reputation of scholarly research published in the field of interdisciplinary design and engineering.
