Data Availability and Research Integrity Policy
The International Journal of Creative Engineering and Emerging Technologies is committed to promoting transparency, reproducibility, and integrity in scholarly research. This policy outlines expectations regarding the availability of research data and the ethical conduct of research reported in the journal.
1. Research Integrity
The journal expects all submitted manuscripts to be based on research conducted in an honest, ethical, and responsible manner. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of data, analyses, and conclusions presented in their work. Any form of data fabrication, falsification, or misrepresentation is considered unacceptable.
2. Data Availability
Authors are encouraged to make research data supporting the findings of their study available to readers, where appropriate and feasible. Data may include raw data, processed data, code, software, or other materials necessary to validate the results.
When data cannot be publicly shared due to legal, ethical, or confidentiality constraints, authors should clearly state the reason for restricted access.
3. Data Availability Statement
Authors should include a data availability statement in their manuscript indicating where and how the supporting data can be accessed, or explaining any limitations on access.
4. Data Retention
Authors are expected to retain research data for a reasonable period following publication to allow for verification of results or investigation of concerns, where applicable.
5. Ethical Use of Data
Research involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data must comply with applicable ethical standards and legal requirements. Authors must confirm that appropriate approvals and informed consent were obtained where required.
6. Editorial Review of Data Concerns
The editorial team may request access to underlying data during the review process or after publication if questions arise regarding the validity or integrity of the research. Failure to provide data upon reasonable request may result in editorial action.
7. Post-Publication Integrity
If concerns regarding data integrity or research conduct are identified after publication, the journal will investigate the matter in accordance with established editorial procedures. Appropriate actions, including corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions, may be issued to preserve the scholarly record.
Statement of Commitment
The International Journal of Creative Engineering and Emerging Technologies affirms its commitment to responsible research practices, transparency in data reporting, and the preservation of trust in the scholarly publishing process.