Publishing Ethics and Research Misconduct

At Sahil Almaarefa Journal for Humanities and Applied Sciences, academic integrity is a foundational pillar for the advancement of research and the building of a trustworthy knowledge society. Accordingly, the journal is committed to applying the highest standards of publishing ethics and rejects all forms of unethical behavior that could harm the credibility of the research process.

Core Ethical Principles

The journal’s policy is built upon two main principles:

Shared responsibility between researchers and the editorial board to uphold the integrity of scholarly output.

Full transparency in addressing any violations or suspicions throughout the publishing process.

We recognize that scientific research is a collective effort and that any breach of ethics not only discredits the journal but also undermines trust in the academic system as a whole.

Examples of Violations of Publishing Ethics

Republishing previously published work as if it were original.

Fabrication or manipulation of data and results.

Unauthorized modification of images or figures.

Listing individuals as authors who did not contribute to the research.

Failure to disclose conflicts of interest.

Using confidential information for personal gain.

Procedures for Handling Misconduct

If a breach of ethics is detected or reported, the journal follows strict procedures that include:

Launching an objective internal investigation.

Communicating with the individuals involved.

Taking appropriate actions, which may include article retraction or notifying the relevant academic institution.

Awareness and Education

Sahil Almaarefa Journal is committed to promoting a culture of ethical research through:

Organizing training workshops.

Providing guidance materials, particularly for early-career researchers.

We believe that awareness is the first line of defense against ethical violations.

An Open Call to Researchers

The journal calls upon all researchers to uphold responsibility and integrity, contributing to the establishment of a clean scientific environment where genuine effort is the only path to recognition and respect. Scientific credibility is not merely a requirement for publication—it is a moral value we believe in and strive to protect for future generations