How to choose the journal and publication ethics

1. Publication Ethics
Prof. (Dr.) S.ZAFAR
PhD ,MPT(Spots Medicine)
Post Graduate Program Chair PG
Research Coordinator
Dept of Physiotherapy
Galgotias University
Uttar Pradesh

2. Important points of Article
➢ Abstract
➢ Introduction
➢ ROL
➢ METHODOLOG
➢ Result
➢ Discussion
➢ Conclusion
➢ References

3. Authorship and Contributorship:
•All authors should have made significant contributions to the research and
the writing of the manuscript.
•Honorary authorship (including individuals who did not contribute
substantially) and ghost authorship (excluding individuals who did contribute)
should be avoided.
•Authors should agree on the order of authorship and their roles in the study.
Authorship

4. Plagiarism
1. Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly attributed to the
sources of information and ideas.
2. Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism (reusing one's own work without proper
citation), is unacceptable and undermines the integrity of the research.

5. Research and Identify Potential Journals
➢ Start by researching journals in your field that are relevant to your
research topic.
➢ Use academic databases, search engines, and journal directories to
compile a list of potential journals.

6. Scope and Focus
➢ Ensure that the journal's scope aligns with your research topic and fits
the focus of your study.
➢ Read through recent articles in the journal to get an idea of the types
of research they publish

7. Impact Factor and Reputation
➢ Consider the journal's impact factor as an indicator of its influence
and reach in the academic community. However, note that impact
factor varies across fields.
➢ Choose journals with a strong reputation in your research area. Well-
established journals often have a wider readership

8. Audience and Readership
➢ Evaluate whether the journal's audience matches your target
audience. Your research should be relevant and interesting to the
readers of the journal

9. Open Access vs. Subscription
➢ Decide whether you prefer to publish in an open-access journal (where your
work is freely accessible to anyone) or a subscription-based journal (which
may have restricted access).
➢ Consider the implications for visibility and accessibility of your research.

10. Review Process and Time frame
➢ Look into the journal's review process and average time to publication.
➢ If you need to publish your research quickly, consider journals with
shorter review times.

11. Publication Fees
➢ Check whether the journal charges publication fees. Some open-access
journals may have article processing charges (APCs).
➢ Ensure that the publication fees fit within your budget or explore
potential funding options

12. Indexing and Abstracting
➢ Investigate whether the journal is indexed and abstracted in reputable
databases relevant to your field (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science).

13. Ethical Standards and Policies
➢ Review the journal's publication ethics and policies to ensure they align
with your own ethical principles.

14. Finalize Your Manuscript
➢ Ensure your research is complete, data is analyzed, and your
manuscript is well-written, properly formatted, and free from errors.

15. Select the Right Journal
➢ Choose a journal that aligns with your research area and goals, and is
indexed in the specific database(s) you're targeting.

16. Prepare Submission Materials
➢ Follow the journal's "Instructions for Authors" carefully to prepare all
required submission materials, including manuscript, abstract, figures,
tables, references, and any supplementary materials.

17. Register and Log In
➢ If required, create an account on the journal's submission system and
log in.

18. Submit Your Manuscript
➢Upload all the required files according to the journal's guidelines.
➢Complete any submission forms or metadata fields as requested.

19. Review and Confirm
➢ Review all your submission details before finalizing the submission.
➢ Confirm that you have adhered to all ethical guidelines, conflicts of
interest, and disclosures.

20. Pay Submission Fees (if applicable)
➢If the journal charges submission fees or article processing
charges (APCs), make the necessary payments.

21. Peer Review Process
➢ After submission, your manuscript will go through a peer review
process.
➢ Reviewers will evaluate your work and provide feedback.
➢ Address any required revisions and respond to reviewers' comments
professionally and thoroughly

22. Revision and Resubmission
➢ Revise your manuscript according to the reviewers' comments and
suggestions.
➢ Provide a detailed response to each comment to demonstrate your
changes.

23. Acceptance and Proofreading
➢ If manuscript is accepted, carefully review the galley proofs for any
errors.
➢ Check formatting, tables, figures, and text to ensure accuracy.

24. Copyright and Licensing
➢ Sign any necessary copyright transfer agreements or licensing forms
provided by the journal.

25. Publication
➢ Once your proofs are approved and any necessary paperwork is
completed, your article will be scheduled for publication.

26. Post-Publication
➢ Share your published article on your personal and professional
platforms to increase visibility.

27. Indexing in Databases
➢ After publication, the journal will handle the process of indexing your
article in databases like Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed.

28. Cite Your Work
➢ As your article gets indexed, other researchers will be able to find and
cite your work in their own research.

29. Promote Your Research
➢ Share your work at conferences, seminars, and workshops
to increase its impact.