Publication ethics
The Journal of Historical Studies (Tạp chí Nghiên cứu Lịch sử) upholds the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and professionalism in academic publishing. All parties involved in the publication process-including the Editorial Board, reviewers, and authors- are required adhere strictly to the ethical principles and guidelines set forth in the Journal’s policies.
Intellectual Property
The Journal adheres to the principles of intellectual property rights and requires that all submitted manuscripts be original and free from any forms of plagiarism. Authors must confirm that they hold the copyright to their work or have obtained the necessary permissions for any third-party content included in the the manuscript. The Journal shall not publish any manuscript, in whole or in part, without the author’s explicit consent. Likewise, itdoes not permit third parties to reproduce data from published works without the author’s prior written authorization
In cases where authors wish to republish their work elsewhere, prior permission must be obtained from the Journal. In all instances of republication, the original source as published in the Journal of Historical Studies must be properly acknowledged and cited. Authors retain copyright over their published articles. The Journal, however, reserves the right to disseminate and archive such works in accordance with its prevailing open-access policies.
Responsibilities of the Editorial Board
Editors evaluate manuscripts solely on the baisis of scholarly merit, without regard to the author's identity, institutional affiliation, nationality, or personal viewpoints. They are responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the manuscript handling process or for ensuring that all submissions meeting the Journal’s requirements are subject to a rigorous and impartial double-blind peer review. Reviewers are carefully selected based on their relevant expertise and the absence of any conflicts of interest, thereby safeguarding the integrity of the evaluation process.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
Reviewers are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all aspects the manuscript and must not disclose, share, or use its content for any purpose beyond the review process. Reviews should be conducted with objectivity, integrity, and a constructive approach, and completed within the timeframe agreed upon with the Editorial Board. Reviewers must promptly inform the Editorial Board if they identify any conflicts of interest, ethical concerns, or potential misconduct during the review process.
Responsibilities of Authors
Authors are required submit original manuscripts that have not been previously published or submittedelsewhere, and ensure full accurate citation of all sources, including their own prior work. In the case of multi-authored submissions, each author must have made a substantial contribution to the conception and design of the study, the conduct of the research, or the analysis and interpretation of results. To enhance transparency, the specific contributions of each co-author should be clearly stated.
Authors must also disclosee all sources of financial support and ensure that the submissions compy with the Journal's requirements regarding formatting and language.
Procedures for Verification and Handling of Research Misconduct
The Journal of Historical Studies is committed to upholding integrity in academic publishing and does not accept manuscripts that exhibit any of the following forms of misconduct:
Plagiarism: Using the others’ work, ideas, or language without proper citation or appropriate acknowledgment.
Citation Manipulation: Deliberate or unethical practices aimed at inflating citation metrics through inappropriate referencing or coordinated citation schemes..
Data Falsification or Fabrication: Intentionally alteration, misrepresentation, or invention of data and research findings.
The Journal employs plagiarism-detection software in conjunction with manual review procedures as part of its editorial workflow. Editors and reviewers are instructed on how to identify potential indicators of misconduct and are required to report any suspected breaches of academic ethics to the Editorial Board during the manuscript evaluation process.
The Journal and its editorial team neither condone nor tolerate any form of academic misconduct. All editors, reviewers, and associated personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of publication ethics and take prompt and appropriate action when misconduct is identified or reported.
In cases of involving allegations of misconduct, the Journal is committed to handling them with seriousness, fairness,, and in accordance with applicable regulations and ethical guidelines guidelines. The Journal will follow a structured procedure, including the following steps:
Preliminary Assessment: The Editor-in-Chief will conduct an initial assessment to evaluate the credibility and seriousness of the allegation. Where necessary, independent experts may be consulted to support the evaluation process.
Notification to Authors: The corresponding author will be officially notified of the allegation and reqested to respond, supporting documentation, or an explanation to the Journal.
Official Verification: If the preliminary assessment indicates potential misconduct, the Journal will undertake a comprehensive verification. This process may be carried out in coordination with the author’s affiliated institution, research funding agencies, or other relevant competent authorities.
Conclusion and Remedial Measures: Based on the findings of the verification process, the Journal may implement one or more of the following measures:
- Correction: Publish a formal correction for factual errors that do not compromise the overall validity or integrity of the article.
- Retraction: If serious misconduct is confirmed and the reliability or accuracy of the the findings is significantly affected, the Journal will issue a notice of retraction for the article.
- Expression of Concern: Publish a notice to inform readers about unresolved issues while a verification process remains ongoing.
Transparency and Accountability: All decisions and conclusions reached the following verification process will be clearly documented and, where appropriate, publicly disclosed to ensure transparency and uphold the integrity and reputation of the Journal.
Post-publication Discussions and Corrections
The Journal encourages academic dialogue following the publication of articles, including through letters to the editor. Authors and readers are encouraged to report any significant errors, inaccuracies, or ambiguities identified in published papers and may propose corrections, amendments or clarifications. In cases involving allegations of serious ethical breaches or academic misconduct, the Journal will conduct a thorough verification and, where appropriate, publish corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern in accordance with established regulations and publication ethics guidelines.
Handling Complaints and Appeals
The Journal is committed to handling complaints and appeals fairly, transparently, and seriously. Authors and readers are encouraged to submit formal complaints concerning editorial decisions, ethical issues, or errors in the publication process. All complaints will be carefully reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief or a designated review committee. Following the review, the Journal will provide a formal response to the complainant. The Journal will consider appeals against editorial decisions when they are supported by valid evidence and will conduct an objective and independent re-evaluation process.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that may influence, or reasonably be perceived to influence, their objectivity during the manuscript submission, review, and editorial processe. Statements regarding potential conflicts of interest, where applicable. must be clearly disclosed in published articles to ensure transparency and maintain the integrity of the publication process. Failure to disclose relevant conflict of interest relationships may result in the rejection of the manuscript or the retraction of a published article.
Data Sharing Policy
The Journal encourages authors to share their research data in order to promote transparency, reproducibility, and academic collaboration. Authors are recommended to deposit data in trusted public repositories and to provide a clear state data availability statement within the manuscript submitted to the Journal. All shared data must comply with applicable ethical and legal standards, particular with regard to privacy, confidentiality, and the informed subjects or data owners, where relevant.
Ethical Oversight Policy
The Journal is committed to apholding to the highest standards of publication ethics, in accordance with the principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All research involving human subjects, animals, or sensitive data must comply fully with applicable ethical regulations and institutional requirements. Authors are required to provide evidence of ethical approval from the appropriate ethics committee or review board for research involving such matters.
Statement on the Use of AI in Article Preparation
Authors are require to disclose any use of artificial intelligence (AI) AI-assisted tools in the preparation of their manuscripts. Such tools may only use to provide the clarity, coherence, or linguistic quality of the manuscript. The use of these tools must must remain under the direct supervision of the author, who is responsible for carefully reviewing and editing all generated content as necessary. Because AI-generated content may contain inaccuracies, omissions, or biases, author bears full responsibility for the accuracy, integrity and originality of the manuscript. AI or AI-assisted tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors under any circumstances. Responsibility for the intellectual content and adherence to academic ethics rests solely with the author(s).
