Publication Ethics

1. Introduction
The International Journal of Brighta: Pure and Applied Math is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal committed to publishing high-quality research articles, theoretical studies, and critical reviews in the fields of pure and applied mathematics. The journal is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and preventing any form of academic misconduct.

This Publication Ethics Statement outlines the ethical responsibilities and expected conduct of all parties involved in the publication process—editors, reviewers, authors, and the publisher—in accordance with international standards and guidelines such as those set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

2. Core Ethical Principles
The ethical framework of this journal is based on three fundamental principles:

i. Neutrality – Decisions are made objectively, free from conflicts of interest.

ii. Fairness – Authorship and acknowledgment are granted only to those who have made significant contributions.

iii. Integrity – All works must be free from duplication, fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism.

3. Responsibilities
3.1 Publisher’s Responsibilities
- Ensure the integrity of the academic record.

- Support the independence of editorial decisions.

- Safeguard the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.

- Address ethical concerns promptly and transparently.

3.2 Editor’s Responsibilities
- Make publication decisions based solely on the academic merit of manuscripts.

- Apply consistent and fair evaluation criteria without discrimination.

- Ensure the peer review process is confidential and unbiased.

- Detect and prevent plagiarism and other forms of misconduct using appropriate tools.

- Avoid using unpublished material for personal research without the author’s consent.

3.3 Reviewer’s Responsibilities
- Provide constructive, objective, and timely feedback.

- Maintain confidentiality of all manuscript information.

- Report any ethical concerns, including plagiarism or data falsification.

- Decline reviews if a conflict of interest exists.

3.4 Author’s Responsibilities
- Present original work and ensure accuracy of data.

- Provide proper citations and acknowledge contributions of others.

- Avoid plagiarism, duplication, fabrication, and falsification.

- Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

- Accept editorial revisions that do not alter the fundamental meaning of the work.

4. Handling Misconduct
Any form of ethical misconduct will be addressed according to COPE guidelines. This may include correction, retraction, or other appropriate actions depending on the severity of the case.

5. Compliance
By submitting to the International Journal of Brighta: Pure and Applied Math, authors, reviewers, and editors agree to abide by this Publication Ethics Statement.