Publication Ethics

1. Commitment to Scientific Integrity
LebMed.J is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical publishing, ensuring that all research contributions are original, transparent, and free from any form of academic misconduct. Plagiarism, data falsification, duplicate submission, and other unethical practices are strictly prohibited.
2. Responsibilities of Authors
Authors submitting manuscripts to LebMed.J must:
•    Ensure accuracy and reliability of their data, providing well-documented findings.
•    Avoid plagiarism by correctly citing all references and using original content.
•    Refrain from multiple submissions, ensuring that the manuscript is not under review elsewhere.
•    Disclose conflicts of interest if financial or institutional influences may affect the research.
•    Adhere to ethical standards for studies involving human and animal subjects, obtaining necessary approvals.
3. Responsibilities of Peer Reviewers
Reviewers play a key role in maintaining academic integrity and must:
•    Conduct fair and objective evaluations, without bias or personal influences.
•    Declare any conflicts of interest that may impact their judgment.
•    Maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and their findings.
•    Provide constructive feedback, ensuring scholarly accuracy and improvement.
4. Responsibilities of Editors
The editorial team is committed to:
•    Overseeing a transparent review process, ensuring fairness in manuscript evaluation.
•    Upholding confidentiality, protecting author rights and unpublished research data.
•    Making editorial decisions based on scientific merit, free from personal or financial bias.
•    Addressing ethical concerns seriously, including issues related to misconduct or disputes.
5. Handling Ethical Violations
If unethical practices are detected, LebMed.J may:
•    Reject or retract articles found to contain plagiarism or falsified data.
•    Inform the author’s affiliated institution about ethical breaches.
•    Impose restrictions on future submissions from authors involved in misconduct.
6. Promoting Ethical Research and Transparency
LebMed.J strives to foster a culture of integrity, ensuring that all published works adhere to international ethical standards and contribute to scientific advancements.