Mogito Open Access Journals of Zoology & Animal Sciences (MJZAS) Publication Ethics

MJZAS

Editors

Editors Policy

Authors Guide

About

Mogito Open Access Journals of Zoology & Animal Sciences (MJZAS) is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in scientific publishing. We believe that maintaining integrity, transparency, and accountability at every stage of the publication process is essential to the credibility of scientific research and the trust of our global readership.

Our ethical policies are guided by the best practices and recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), and the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME).

Editorial Responsibilities

• Fair and Unbiased Review: Editors evaluate submitted manuscripts based solely on scientific merit, originality, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s scope, without discrimination based on authors’ race, gender, institutional affiliation, or country of origin.

• Confidentiality: Editors and editorial staff maintain strict confidentiality regarding all submissions and never disclose information to anyone other than those directly involved in the publication process.

• Conflict of Interest: Editors recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where there is a conflict of interest with the author(s), whether personal, academic, or financial.

Author Responsibilities

• Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must submit original works only. Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Proper citation and acknowledgment of other works is required.

• Data Accuracy: Authors must ensure that all data presented in their manuscript is accurate, reliable, and appropriately documented. Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data is considered unethical.

• Authorship Criteria: Authorship should be limited to those who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript.

• Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that may influence the interpretation of their research.

• Ethical Approval for Animal Research: Manuscripts involving animal studies must include a clear statement that all procedures were conducted in accordance with institutional and international guidelines, and that appropriate ethical approval was obtained.

Reviewer Responsibilities

• Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents and not disclose any content to others without editorial permission.

• Objectivity and Constructive Feedback: Reviews should be conducted objectively, with clear, constructive comments that help authors improve their work.

• Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and decline review assignments where such conflicts exist.

Misconduct and Corrections

MJZAS takes all allegations of research or publication misconduct seriously. Suspected cases of plagiarism, data manipulation, duplicate publication, or ethical violations will be thoroughly investigated. Actions may include:

• Manuscript rejection or article retraction

• Formal notice to authors’ institutions

• Banning authors from future submissions

• Notification to appropriate regulatory bodies

Corrections or retractions will be published when warranted, and errors that affect the interpretation of the work will be transparently addressed.

Open Access and Licensing

MJZAS is an open access journal operating under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are properly cited.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

MJZAS remains dedicated to fostering a research environment based on responsibility, transparency, and the continuous advancement of zoological and animal science knowledge.

For ethical concerns or inquiries, please contact: ethics_mjzas@mogitojournals.org

About (MJZAS)

Welcome to the Mogito Open Access Journals of Zoology & Animal Sciences (MJZAS) — an international, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in animal biology, biodiversity, and the complex interactions between animals and their environments.

MJZAS serves as a vital hub for researchers, ecologists, veterinarians, and conservationists, offering open access to high-impact studies that explore the biological, ecological, and physiological aspects of animal life. Our mission is to enhance the understanding and protection of animal species through the dissemination of rigorous scientific research.