Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics (Etika Publikasi)

JR: Jurnal Responsive Teknik Informatika

JR: Jurnal Responsive Teknik Informatika is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM), Universitas Ibnu Sina. This Publication Ethics statement is based on the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and serves as a guideline for editors, reviewers, authors, and publishers in maintaining the quality, integrity, and credibility of scientific publications.

The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, and case studies in the fields of Computer Science, Informatics Engineering, Information Systems, and Information Technology.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for managing the editorial process fairly, objectively, and professionally.

Editors shall:

  • Evaluate manuscripts solely based on their academic merit, originality, scientific contribution, and relevance to the journal's scope.

  • Maintain confidentiality throughout the editorial process.

  • Ensure a fair and unbiased peer-review process.

  • Avoid conflicts of interest.

  • Make publication decisions independently of commercial considerations.

  • Take appropriate action in cases involving plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, falsification, or other forms of research misconduct.

  • Publish corrections or retractions whenever necessary.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers assist editors in making editorial decisions and improving manuscript quality.

Reviewers should:

  • Conduct reviews objectively, fairly, and constructively.

  • Keep all manuscript information confidential.

  • Identify relevant published work not cited by the authors.

  • Report suspected plagiarism or ethical misconduct.

  • Declare conflicts of interest before accepting a review invitation.

  • Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must ensure that submitted manuscripts are original and scientifically valid.

Authors are expected to:

  • Submit original work that has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

  • Present research findings honestly and accurately.

  • Properly acknowledge all sources through appropriate citations.

  • Avoid plagiarism, fabrication, falsification, and manipulation of research data.

  • Include as authors only individuals who have made significant scientific contributions.

  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

  • Cooperate fully during the peer-review and revision process.

  • Inform the editor promptly if significant errors are discovered after publication.

4. Ethical Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher supports ethical publishing practices by:

  • Safeguarding editorial independence.

  • Maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record.

  • Supporting editors in addressing ethical concerns.

  • Publishing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern when required.

5. Research Integrity

Authors must ensure that all research has been conducted responsibly and ethically. Research involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data must comply with applicable ethical standards and institutional regulations.

6. Plagiarism Policy

JR: Jurnal Responsive Teknik Informatika adopts a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism.

All manuscripts will be screened using plagiarism detection software before entering the peer-review process.

The journal generally applies the following similarity thresholds:

  • Maximum Overall Similarity Index: 20%

  • Maximum Similarity from a Single Source: 5%

Manuscripts exceeding these limits may be returned for revision or rejected at the discretion of the Editorial Board.

7. Duplicate Submission and Redundant Publication

Authors must not submit the same manuscript simultaneously to multiple journals. Duplicate or redundant publication is considered unethical and unacceptable.

8. Conflict of Interest

Authors, editors, and reviewers must disclose any financial, institutional, academic, or personal relationships that could influence the publication process.

9. Corrections and Retractions

When significant errors or ethical issues are identified, the journal will issue:

  • Correction (Erratum)

  • Retraction

  • Expression of Concern

following internationally accepted publication ethics standards.

10. Editorial Decision

The final publication decision rests with the Editor-in-Chief after considering reviewers' recommendations, manuscript quality, originality, scientific contribution, and compliance with the journal's ethical standards.

11. Complaints and Appeals

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a written explanation supported by scientific evidence. Appeals will be reviewed objectively by the Editorial Board.

12. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright while granting the journal the right to publish their work. Articles are distributed according to the journal's licensing policy.

13. Ethical Oversight

JR: Jurnal Responsive Teknik Informatika follows the ethical principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and is committed to promoting transparency, accountability, fairness, and integrity in scholarly publishing.