Research Integrity Policy

Albahit Journal of Applied Sciences is committed to promoting scientific integrity and transparency in research and publishing. The journal emphasizes the responsible use of scholarly sources, accurate citation practices, and adherence to internationally recognized ethical standards in scientific research and publication.

This policy aims to ensure proper acknowledgment of previous scholarly contributions, maintain the reliability of the scientific record, and prevent unethical practices related to citation and research reporting.

1. Citation Policy

Authors are required to:

  • Properly and completely cite all sources and scientific works used in their research.
  • Cite original sources when relying on previously published ideas, data, results, or methodologies.
  • Avoid omitting important relevant references.
  • Use recent and relevant literature to support research background and discussion.
  • Ensure the accuracy of all reference information provided.
  • Avoid unnecessary or excessive citations intended only to increase citation counts.

2. Self-Citation

The journal allows authors to cite their previous work when it is scientifically relevant and necessary.

However, authors must:

  • Avoid excessive self-citation without scientific justification.
  • Avoid using self-citation to manipulate citation metrics or academic records.

3. Inappropriate Citation Practices

The following practices are considered violations of publication ethics:

  • Adding irrelevant references to artificially increase the reference list.
  • Forcing authors to include specific citations to increase citation rates.
  • Removing important references for non-scientific reasons.
  • Using unreliable or unverifiable sources.

4. Research Ethics

Albahit Journal of Applied Sciences supports the highest standards of research ethics. Authors must:

  • Submit original research based on genuine scientific work.
  • Ensure the accuracy of data and results and avoid fabrication or falsification.
  • Obtain required ethical approvals for studies involving humans or animals when applicable.
  • Respect participants’ rights and protect their privacy.
  • Disclose funding sources and conflicts of interest.
  • Follow principles of transparency and research reproducibility.

5. Authors’ Responsibility

Authors are fully responsible for:

  • The accuracy and reliability of information and references used.
  • The originality of the research and absence of plagiarism.
  • Compliance with ethical standards of research and publication.
  • Cooperating with the editorial office regarding any research-related concerns.

6. Responsibilities of Editors and Reviewers

Editors and reviewers must:

  • Evaluate manuscripts objectively and independently.
  • Avoid requesting or encouraging irrelevant citations.
  • Maintain confidentiality of manuscript information.
  • Report practices that violate research and publication ethics.

7. Compliance with International Standards

Albahit Journal of Applied Sciences follows this policy in accordance with internationally recognized standards, including:

  • Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Guidelines
  • DOAJ Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing
  • General principles of research integrity and publication ethics.