Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with Scientific Matrix Journals agree to the following terms:

Copyright and Publication Rights

• Authors transfer the copyright of all accepted materials to the respective journal under Scientific Matrix (Journal of Medical Science and Journal of Computer Science and Engineering).
• Authors grant the journal the right of first publication of the work.

Author Rights

• Authors may enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of the published version of the work (e.g., institutional repositories, book chapters), provided that proper acknowledgment of its initial publication in the journal is given.
• Authors are permitted and encouraged to share their work online (e.g., institutional repositories or personal websites) before and during the submission process, as this may enhance academic visibility and citation impact.

Copyright Compliance

• It is the responsibility of the authors to ensure that submitted material does not infringe any copyright.
• Authors must obtain necessary permissions for any copyrighted content used and provide proof to the editorial office when required.
• The editorial team assumes that all required permissions have been obtained by the corresponding author and cannot be held responsible for copyright violations.

Reuse and Permissions

All published content (online and print) is licensed under:

Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)

This license allows users to:

• Share and adapt the material
• Use it for non-commercial purposes
• Distribute with proper attribution

Users must:

• Provide appropriate credit
• Indicate if changes were made
• Share adaptations under the same license

Although not mandatory, users are encouraged to inform the editorial office before reusing published material.

How to Attribute

1. For authored content:
   Cite using Vancouver style, including author names and a link to the original publication.
2. For non-attributed content:
   Credit should be given to:
   “Editorial Team, Scientific Matrix Journals.”

Copyright Form

Authors are required to submit a signed copyright form at the time of manuscript acceptance.

Ethics & Review Process

Scientific Matrix Journals follow a rigorous and transparent publication process to ensure the highest standards of academic integrity, quality, and originality. The journal adheres to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to promote ethical research and responsible publishing.

Editorial Responsibility

The Editorial Board is responsible for maintaining the scientific quality and integrity of the journal. All submitted manuscripts are carefully evaluated for relevance, originality, and ethical compliance.

Editors:

• Make decisions based solely on academic merit
• Ensure all manuscripts undergo proper peer review
• Maintain confidentiality and editorial independence
• Monitor ethical standards throughout the publication process

Plagiarism Policy

All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software.

• Acceptable similarity index: ≤ 20%
• Manuscripts exceeding this limit are returned for revision
• Resubmission is allowed after correction

Peer Review Process

• All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review
• Reviewed by at least two independent experts
• Review duration: approximately 60–90 days
• Final decision based on reviewer recommendations and editorial judgment

Editorial Decisions Include:

• Accepted as is
• Minor revision
• Major revision
• Rejected with resubmission option
• Rejected

Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must:

• Submit original, unpublished work
• Ensure all data are accurate and authentic
• Follow ethical guidelines for human and animal studies
• Provide ethical approval and informed consent where applicable
• Disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources
• Revise manuscripts according to reviewer comments

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Evaluate manuscripts objectively
• Provide constructive and evidence-based feedback
• Identify relevant literature not cited
• Declare any conflicts of interest

Authorship Criteria

Scientific Matrix follows ICMJE authorship guidelines. Authors must:

• Contribute significantly to the study design, data, or analysis
• Participate in drafting or revising the manuscript
• Approve the final version
• Take responsibility for the integrity of the work

Publication Workflow

1. Manuscript submission
2. Initial screening and plagiarism check
3. Editorial evaluation
4. Peer review
5. Revision by authors
6. Final decision
7. Copyediting and typesetting
8. Proofreading by authors
9. Online publication

Reporting Guidelines

Authors are encouraged to follow standard reporting guidelines:

• CONSORT – Randomized trials
• STROBE – Observational studies
• PRISMA – Systematic reviews
• CARE – Case reports
• STARD – Diagnostic studies
• ARRIVE – Animal studies

Permissions, Acknowledgements, Conflicts of Interest & Funding

Authors wishing to include figures, tables, or text passages that have been previously published must obtain written permission from the copyright holder(s) for both print and online use. Proof of permission must be submitted along with the manuscript.

All manuscripts must include a section before references covering:

• Acknowledgements
• Conflicts of Interest
• Sources of Funding

Declarations for Authors, Reviewers, and Editors

Authors must include the following statements in their manuscript under the Acknowledgements section:

• Funding: None
• Conflict of Interest: None declared
• Ethical Approval: Not required

(Modify these statements if applicable)

Post-Acceptance Process

• Manuscripts undergo professional copyediting and formatting
• Authors receive proof copies for final corrections
• Only minor corrections are allowed at this stage

Copyright & Permissions

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all submitted content does not violate copyright laws. Proper permissions must be obtained for any previously published material used in the manuscript.

Journal Policies

Scientific Matrix Journals adhere to strict editorial and ethical policies to ensure the highest standards of scientific quality, transparency, and integrity in publication.

1. Authorship Policy

An author is defined as an individual who has made substantial intellectual contributions to a study. In accordance with ICMJE guidelines, authorship requires:

• Significant contribution to study design, data acquisition, analysis, or interpretation
• Participation in drafting or critically revising the manuscript
• Final approval of the version to be published

All authors must:

• Take responsibility for the content
• Declare their individual contributions
• Agree on the order of authorship before submission

Changes in authorship after submission are strongly discouraged.

2. Open Access Policy

Scientific Matrix follows a fully open-access model:

• All published articles are freely accessible online
• No subscription or registration barriers
• Promotes global dissemination of knowledge

3. Submission Policy

• Manuscripts must be original and unpublished
• Simultaneous submission to other journals is not allowed
• Journal reserves the right to accept or reject submissions
• Ethical approval is mandatory for human and animal studies

4. Peer Review Policy

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review:

• Reviewed by at least two independent experts
• Editorial decisions based on reviewer comments
• Final decision made by Editor-in-Chief

Review Stages

• Initial editorial screening
• Peer review
• Decision (accept/revise/reject)
• Revision and re-evaluation

5. Protection of Human Subjects & Animals

• Studies must follow institutional and national ethical guidelines
• Human studies must comply with Declaration of Helsinki
• Animal studies must follow approved ethical standards
• Ethical approval documentation must be provided

6. Patient Confidentiality

• Patient identity must not be disclosed
• Written informed consent is required when necessary
• Images and data must ensure anonymity

7. Archiving Policy

• All journal content is securely archived for long-term preservation
• Digital storage systems ensure accessibility and data integrity

8. Publication Ethics

Scientific Matrix follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines:

• Plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical research are strictly prohibited
• Violations may lead to rejection or retraction
• Editorial decisions are based on ethical and scientific standards

9. Clinical Trials

• Clinical trials must follow ICH-GCP guidelines
• Registration in recognized clinical trial registries is required
• Registration details must be included in the manuscript

10. Meta-Analysis Policy

• Must follow PRISMA guidelines
• PRISMA checklist and flow diagram are mandatory

11. Duplicate Publication Policy

• Manuscripts must not be previously published
• Duplicate or redundant publication is not allowed
• Conference papers may be considered if significantly expanded

12. Manuscript Withdrawal Policy

• Withdrawal requires consent from all authors
• Must include a valid reason
• Applies especially after acceptance

13. Data Availability Policy

• Authors must provide supporting data when requested
• Data transparency is required for publication

14. Plagiarism Policy

• All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism software
• Acceptable similarity index: ≤ 20%
• Violations may lead to rejection or retraction

15. AI & Technology Policy

• Use of AI tools must be disclosed
• AI cannot replace authorship
• Authors must ensure accuracy and originality
• AI-generated content must not violate ethical standards

16. Conflict of Interest Policy

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose:

Financial Conflicts

• Funding sources
• Employment or financial relationships
• Patents or financial interests

Non-Financial Conflicts

• Personal or professional relationships
• Advisory roles or affiliations

Transparency is mandatory for all submissions.

17. Retraction Policy

Articles may be retracted due to:

• Plagiarism
• Fraudulent data
• Authorship issues
• Ethical violations

Retracted articles will remain online with appropriate notice.

18. Proofs & Publication

• Authors receive proof copies before publication
• Only minor corrections allowed
• Final version published after approval

19. Acknowledgements

• Contributors not meeting authorship criteria should be acknowledged
• Financial and technical support must be declared

20. Advertising Policy

Scientific Matrix Journals:

• Do not allow commercial advertisements
• Maintain complete editorial independence

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Journal Policies

Scientific Matrix Journals follow comprehensive editorial, ethical, and publication policies to ensure the highest standards of quality, transparency, and research integrity. These policies are aligned with international guidelines including ICMJE and COPE.

1. Authorship Policy

Authorship is granted to individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the work, including:

• Study design, data acquisition, analysis, or interpretation
• Drafting or critical revision of the manuscript
• Final approval of the version to be published

All authors must:

• Take responsibility for the content
• Clearly state their contributions
• Agree on the authorship order before submission

Changes in authorship after submission are discouraged.

2. Open Access Policy

• All articles are freely accessible immediately after publication
• No subscription or registration required
• Promotes global knowledge dissemination

3. Submission Policy

• Manuscripts must be original and unpublished
• Simultaneous submission to other journals is not permitted
• Ethical approval is mandatory for applicable studies
• The journal reserves the right to accept or reject submissions

4. Peer Review Policy

• Double-blind peer review system
• At least two independent reviewers
• Final decision by Editor-in-Chief

5. Initial Submission

• Manuscripts are screened for scope and quality
• Suitable manuscripts proceed to peer review

6. Peer Review Process

• Authors may suggest or exclude reviewers
• Reviewer identity remains confidential
• Independent and unbiased evaluation

7. Decision After Review

Possible outcomes:

• Accept
• Minor revision
• Major revision
• Reject

8. Revisions

• Authors must respond to reviewer comments
• Submit revised manuscript with point-by-point explanation

9. Final Submission & Acceptance

• Final decision based on revisions and editorial review
• Manuscripts prepared for publication after acceptance

10. Protection of Human & Animal Subjects

• Ethical approval is mandatory
• Must comply with national and international guidelines
• Human studies must follow Declaration of Helsinki

11. Patient Confidentiality

• Patient identity must be protected
• Written consent required where applicable

12. Archiving Policy

• Articles are securely stored in digital repositories
• Ensures long-term preservation and accessibility

13. Publication Ethics

• Follows COPE guidelines
• Prohibits plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical practices
• Violations lead to rejection or retraction

14. Authors’ Responsibility

Authors must:

• Submit original work
• Ensure accuracy of data
• Properly cite sources
• Disclose funding and conflicts
• Inform editors of any errors post-publication

15. Reviewers’ Responsibility

Reviewers must:

• Maintain confidentiality
• Provide objective feedback
• Declare conflicts of interest
• Identify plagiarism or overlap

16. Editors’ Responsibility

Editors must:

• Ensure fair review process
• Maintain confidentiality
• Avoid conflicts of interest
• Uphold publication standards

17. Clinical Trials Policy

• Must follow ICH-GCP guidelines
• Registration in approved registries required

18. Meta-Analysis Policy

• Must follow PRISMA guidelines
• Checklist and flow diagram required

19. Duplicate Publication Policy

• Duplicate or redundant publication is not allowed
• Conference papers allowed if significantly expanded

20. Manuscript Withdrawal Policy

• Requires consent from all authors
• Must include valid reason

21. Data Availability Policy

• Authors must provide supporting data if requested
• Ensures transparency and reproducibility

22. Plagiarism Policy

• All manuscripts screened for plagiarism
• Acceptable similarity index: ≤ 20%
• Violations may lead to rejection or retraction

23. AI & Technology Policy

• AI usage must be disclosed
• Cannot replace authorship
• Must ensure accuracy and originality

24. Conflict of Interest Policy

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose:

Financial Conflicts

• Funding, employment, financial interests

Non-Financial Conflicts

• Personal or professional relationships

Transparency is mandatory.

Additional Policies

Retraction Policy

Articles may be retracted due to:

• Plagiarism
• Fraudulent data
• Ethical violations

Proofs & Publication

• Authors receive proof copies
• Only minor corrections allowed

Acknowledgements

• Non-author contributions must be acknowledged
• Funding sources must be disclosed

Advertising Policy

• No commercial advertisements allowed
• Editorial independence maintained