Editorial Policies

The Journal of Neuroscience and Neurological Disorders (JNND) is committed to maintaining the highest editorial standards. Our editorial policies are designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and academic integrity across all stages of the publishing process. These policies align with the best practices of COPE, ICMJE, and WAME.

Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions are made independently by the editorial board, without interference from publishers, sponsors, or external stakeholders. The Editor-in-Chief has full authority over the editorial content and decisions regarding acceptance or rejection of manuscripts.

Peer Review Integrity

JNND employs a double-blind peer review system. Authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other to maintain impartiality. All submissions are evaluated by at least two independent experts in the field.

Conflict of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that could influence their work. Transparent declarations are required in manuscripts and considered in editorial decisions.

Data Sharing and Transparency

JNND encourages authors to make research data publicly available whenever possible. Data availability statements are required, and supplementary data can be hosted alongside articles or in trusted repositories.

Plagiarism and Research Misconduct

The journal maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism, data fabrication, image manipulation, or any form of academic misconduct. Manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software before entering the review process.

Corrections, Retractions, and Expressions of Concern

JNND follows COPE guidelines for handling post-publication issues:

• Minor errors are corrected through published errata or corrigenda.
• Serious ethical breaches or invalid findings may result in retraction.
• Expressions of concern may be issued when investigations are ongoing.

Ethical Considerations in Human and Animal Research

Studies involving humans or animals must include statements of ethical approval from recognized committees. Informed consent is required for human participants, and humane treatment is mandatory in animal studies.

Editorial Board Responsibilities

• Ensure fairness and timeliness in peer review.
• Safeguard confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.
• Promote diversity and inclusivity in editorial practices.
• Uphold international ethical standards in scholarly publishing.

FAQs

What happens if plagiarism is detected?

Manuscripts with detected plagiarism are immediately rejected. If discovered post-publication, the article may be retracted with notice.

Can editors publish in JNND?

Yes, but submissions from editors undergo the same rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure impartiality.

How are disputes handled?

Disputes are addressed following COPE guidelines, with mediation by independent editorial board members if necessary.