PUBLICATION ETHICS

The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS) is a peer-reviewed journal. Therefore, all parties involved in its publication—including editors, reviewers, authors, and publishers—are expected to adhere to the following standards of publication ethics. JSESS follows the guidelines set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the Code of Conduct for Journal Publishers in addressing all aspects of publication ethics, particularly in cases involving research and publication misconduct.

The following section outlines the standards of publication ethics applicable to editors, reviewers, and authors. In addition, the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM), University of Mataram, as the publisher of The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS), supports timely publication and holds no authority to interfere with the integrity of published content.

Duties of Authors

  • Authors must provide an accurate account of their original research as well as an objective discussion of its significance.

  • Manuscripts must comply with the journal’s submission guidelines (see submission policy).

  • Authors are responsible for ensuring that only original and unpublished work is submitted.

  • Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

  • Authors must not publish duplicate or redundant manuscripts that describe the same research in multiple journals.

  • Authors should properly acknowledge all data sources and cite publications that have influenced their work.

  • The corresponding (lead) author should be someone who has made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. All contributors who have made substantial contributions must be listed as co-authors.

  • All authors must approve the submitted version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

  • Authors should retain raw data related to the manuscript and be prepared to provide such data during the editorial review if requested.

  • If an author discovers a significant error or inaccuracy in their submitted work, they must promptly notify the editor.

  • Authors may only publish their work elsewhere after receiving an official rejection from the journal or written approval for withdrawal from The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS).

  • Authors must make a significant contribution and be accountable for any shortcomings in their published work.

Duties of Reviewers

  • Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and not shared or disclosed without permission.

  • Reviewers should decline to review submissions when there is a conflict of interest or if they lack the expertise to conduct a fair evaluation.

  • Reviewers must ensure that all data sources used by the authors have been appropriately acknowledged.

  • Any suspicion of ethical misconduct, similarity, or duplication between the manuscript under review and other published works known to the reviewer must be reported to the editor immediately.

  • Reviews should be conducted objectively and professionally, with clear and substantiated arguments.

  • Reviewers must declare any conflicts of interest before accepting a review assignment.

  • If a reviewer cannot complete the review within the stipulated timeframe, they must promptly inform the editor to facilitate alternative arrangements.

  • Reviewers must be vigilant for potential plagiarism or redundant publication.

  • Reviewers must not discuss the manuscript’s content with others without the editor’s permission.

  • Reviews must be completed within the allocated time; requests for extensions are subject to the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief.

Duties of Editors

  • Based on reviewer feedback, editors have the authority to accept, reject, or request revisions to a manuscript.

  • All manuscripts must be screened for originality using appropriate software tools.

  • Editors must evaluate manuscripts solely on their academic merit, without bias toward the author’s gender, race, religion, nationality, or other personal characteristics.

  • Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts.

  • Editors are prohibited from using unpublished materials disclosed in a submitted manuscript for their own research without the author’s written consent.

Duties of Editorial Board Members

  • Actively contribute to the development and improvement of the journal.

  • Serve as ambassadors of the journal.

  • Continuously support and promote the journal to the academic community.

  • Review manuscripts assigned to them in a timely and objective manner.

Duties of the Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editors

  • Evaluate manuscripts fairly and exclusively on the basis of their scholarly merit.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality concerning all submitted materials and related information.

  • Make final decisions on which articles are suitable for publication and when they will be published.

  • Actively seek feedback from the editorial board, reviewers, and authors to improve the journal’s reputation and visibility.

  • Provide clear guidance to authors regarding submission procedures and expectations.

  • Ensure that suitable reviewers are selected for each manuscript submitted to the journal.

Duties of the Publisher

Addressing Unethical Publishing Behavior:
In the event of suspected or proven scientific misconduct, fraudulent publication, or plagiarism, the publisher will collaborate with the editors to take appropriate corrective measures. These may include the publication of corrections, clarifications, or, in severe cases, the retraction of the affected article.

Access to Journal Content:
The publisher is committed to ensuring the permanent availability and preservation of scholarly content through partnerships with digital archiving organizations.

Disclaimer:
The editors of The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS)make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all content published. However, they make no guarantees regarding the completeness or fitness of the content for any specific purpose. The opinions expressed in the journal are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the editors or publisher of The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS).

Compliance with Ethical Guidelines

The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS)is fully committed to upholding the highest standards in addressing ethical issues, errors, and retractions. Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited, and all submitted manuscripts must be original and comply with the ethical standards established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the Code of Conduct for Journal Publishers.