Ethical Principles

The ethical standards upheld by Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering are central to our commitment to publishing high-quality, original research in the fields of architecture, urban engineering, and their intersection with art. Our ethical guidelines ensure integrity, transparency, accountability, and respect for the scholarly process across all stages of publication. We require all contributors, including authors, reviewers, and editors, to adhere to these principles to maintain the trust and respect of the academic and professional communities.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors play a fundamental role in maintaining the integrity and credibility of academic research. As such, authors submitting manuscripts to Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering are expected to adhere to the following responsibilities:

  • Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure their work is original and has not been plagiarized. Proper attribution and citation of all sources, including ideas, text, and figures from other works, are mandatory. The use of plagiarism-checking software, such as iThenticate, is strongly recommended before submission.

  • Data Integrity: Authors must ensure that all data presented in their research are accurate, reliable, and correctly reported. Manipulation, falsification, or misrepresentation of data is strictly prohibited. Authors are required to retain raw data and make it available upon request for a reasonable period after publication.

  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Proper acknowledgment of all sources and contributions, including funding and institutional support, is essential. Authors must cite any works that have influenced their research and identify all contributors who had a significant impact on the research.

  • Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Authors are required to disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that may influence the research or interpretation of their findings. All conflicts of interest must be transparently stated in the article to ensure objectivity.

  • Authorship Criteria: Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All authors must approve the final manuscript before submission, and any changes in authorship after submission must be agreed upon by all authors and justified to the editorial board.

  • Multiple or Redundant Publication: Authors must ensure that their work has not been published previously and is not under consideration elsewhere. Submitting the same manuscript to multiple journals constitutes unethical behavior and will result in rejection.

  • Corrections and Retractions: If an author discovers significant errors or inaccuracies in their published work, they are obligated to promptly notify the journal’s editorial team. The journal may issue corrections, retractions, or other updates as necessary to ensure the integrity of the scholarly record.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

The peer-review process is fundamental to academic publishing, and reviewers play a key role in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and relevance of submitted manuscripts. Reviewers for Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering are expected to adhere to the following ethical principles:

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat all manuscripts and supplementary materials as confidential documents. Information or insights gained from the review process must not be used for personal advantage or disclosed to others, except as authorized by the journal.

  • Objectivity and Constructiveness: Reviews should be conducted objectively, with an emphasis on providing constructive feedback. Personal criticism of authors is unacceptable. Reviewers should focus on the content and quality of the research, evaluating the manuscript's originality, methodology, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as personal, financial, or professional connections with the authors or their institutions. If a conflict exists, the reviewer should recuse themselves from the evaluation.

  • Promptness and Accountability: Reviewers should complete their reviews within the specified time frame. If a reviewer is unable to review the manuscript promptly or lacks the expertise needed for a thorough assessment, they should promptly inform the editor.

  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Reviewers should identify any relevant work that has not been cited by the authors and alert the editor to any substantial similarity or overlap with other published works.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors at Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering have a critical role in overseeing the entire publication process, ensuring the integrity of the journal, and upholding ethical standards. The editorial responsibilities include:

  • Fairness and Impartiality: Editors must evaluate all manuscripts objectively, without regard to authors’ race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, ethnicity, citizenship, or political ideology. Decisions are based solely on the manuscript’s academic merit and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Confidentiality: Editors are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts. Information or materials in the manuscript must not be shared with anyone outside the review and publication process without explicit permission from the authors.

  • Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Editors must recuse themselves from handling manuscripts if they have any conflicts of interest with the authors, institutions, or funding sources involved. Such manuscripts will be reassigned to another editor to maintain impartiality.

  • Transparency and Communication: Editors must maintain transparent and effective communication with authors, reviewers, and other editorial board members throughout the publication process. Authors should be informed of any major decisions regarding their submission, including acceptance, revision, or rejection.

  • Correction and Retraction: Editors are responsible for addressing any concerns or ethical issues that arise after publication, including those related to errors, corrections, retractions, and authorship disputes. The editorial team will follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines to resolve these issues in a fair and timely manner.

4. Ethical Guidelines on Publication Misconduct

To maintain the integrity of the academic record, Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering has a zero-tolerance policy toward publication misconduct. All allegations of misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, data manipulation, and duplicate publication, will be investigated thoroughly.

  • Plagiarism: All manuscripts are subject to plagiarism checks using iThenticate. If a manuscript is found to contain plagiarized content, it will be rejected immediately. In cases where plagiarism is discovered post-publication, the journal reserves the right to retract the article and inform the author’s institution.

  • Fabrication and Falsification of Data: Any instance of data fabrication (making up data or results) or falsification (manipulating research data or results) will result in immediate rejection or retraction, and appropriate actions will be taken, including notification of the author’s institution and funding body.

  • Duplicate Publication: Manuscripts submitted to Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering must not be under consideration or previously published elsewhere. Any detected cases of duplicate publication will result in rejection or retraction and may lead to a publishing ban.

  • Response to Misconduct: Allegations of ethical misconduct are taken seriously, and the editorial board will conduct investigations following the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. Where evidence of misconduct is confirmed, the journal will take appropriate corrective actions, including retractions, corrections, and notifications to the relevant institutions.

5. Ethical Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher of Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering is committed to supporting ethical publishing practices and ensuring that the journal adheres to the highest standards of academic publishing. The publisher is responsible for:

  • Ensuring Editorial Independence: The publisher respects the independence of the editorial team and supports them in maintaining the journal’s ethical standards without interference.

  • Safeguarding Content Integrity: The publisher collaborates with the editorial team to ensure that corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern are handled transparently and consistently.

  • Data Preservation and Accessibility: The publisher is committed to preserving the journal’s digital content in trusted repositories and ensuring it remains accessible for future researchers and scholars.

6. Adherence to International Standards

Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering adheres to the best practices and guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and other relevant academic publishing organizations. This commitment includes following COPE’s flowcharts for handling cases of suspected misconduct, managing conflicts of interest, and maintaining ethical relationships with all participants in the publication process.

Contact for Ethical Concerns

If you have any concerns regarding ethical issues or suspect publication misconduct in any articles published in Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering, please contact our editorial office. All concerns will be treated confidentially and investigated thoroughly.

By adhering to these ethical guidelines, Manifestation of Art in Architecture and Urban Engineering reaffirms its commitment to publishing high-quality, ethical research and fostering a culture of integrity and transparency in academic publishing.