Ethical Publishing Practices - Journal of Epidemiology and Infection Biology

At the Journal of Epidemiology and Infection Biology, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical publishing. Our journal follows the guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure integrity, transparency, and fairness throughout the publication process.

Key Ethical Practices:

Integrity in Research: All submissions are expected to adhere to ethical standards in research, including proper data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Transparency: Authors must disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources, and we encourage transparency in data sharing and research methods.
Fair Peer Review: We ensure a rigorous and unbiased peer review process, where manuscripts are evaluated solely on their academic merit.
Authorship Criteria: All authors must meet clear criteria for authorship, ensuring accountability and proper credit for contributions.

By following COPE guidelines, we strive to maintain the trust of our authors, reviewers, and readers, ensuring that every publication reflects the highest ethical standards in the scientific community.