Fundamental Errors

Authors have a responsibility to rectify any significant errors or inaccuracies identified in their published articles. Upon discovery of such an error, the author(s) should promptly contact the journal to clarify how the error affects the article's content. The appropriate course of action—whether a correction or retraction—will depend on the nature of the error. A retraction notice should transparently indicate which sections of the article are affected by the issue.

Suggesting/Excluding Reviewers

Authors are encouraged to suggest suitable reviewers and/or request the exclusion of specific individuals when submitting their manuscripts. It is imperative that suggested reviewers are entirely independent and have no connections to the work. We recommend proposing a diverse group of reviewers from various countries and institutions. When submitting reviewer suggestions, the Corresponding Author must provide an institutional email address for each reviewer. If this is not feasible, alternative means of verification, such as a link to a personal homepage, publication record, or researcher ID, should be included in the submission letter. Please be aware that while the journal may not utilize all suggestions, they are valued and may facilitate the peer review process.

Authorship Principles

These guidelines outline the principles of authorship and best practices that prospective authors should follow.

Authorship Clarified

The journal and publisher assume that all authors have agreed to the content of the manuscript, provided explicit consent for submission, and secured approval from the relevant authorities at their respective institutions or organizations prior to submission.

The publisher does not define the specific contributions that warrant authorship; however, it is recommended that authors adhere to the authorship guidelines applicable within their particular research fields. In the absence of specific guidelines, the following criteria are advised:

All authors listed on the submission must have:

• Made substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work, or to the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data, or the creation of new software utilized in the research;
• Drafted the manuscript or critically revised it for significant intellectual content;
• Approved the final version for publication; and
• Agreed to be accountable for all aspects of the work, ensuring that any questions regarding the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are thoroughly investigated and resolved.