Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

The publication of articles in Ars Aeterna, a double-blind peer-reviewed journal, contributes to the development of a coherent and respected body of knowledge in the arts and humanities, with particular emphasis on literary studies. Published work reflects not only the quality of the authors’ research but also the scholarly integrity of the institutions that support them. Peer review supports and embodies rigorous academic and scholarly standards.
It is therefore essential to establish clear ethical guidelines for all parties involved in the publishing process: authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

 

Publication Ethics and Policy

Ars Aeterna is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics. Oversight and safeguarding of ethical practices are the responsibility of the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) in collaboration with the editorial board.

  1. The Editor-in-Chief and the editorial board shall uphold high intellectual and ethical standards at all stages of the publication process.
  2. The journal does not tolerate plagiarism, self-plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, or any form of academic misconduct.
  3. When necessary, the Editor-in-Chief shall ensure the publication of corrections, clarifications, retractions, or apologies in a timely and transparent manner.

 

Publication Decisions

  1. All submitted manuscripts are subject to double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers.
  2. The Editor-in-Chief and editors are responsible for ensuring the academic quality and integrity of published material.
  3. The final decision to accept or reject a manuscript rests with the Editor-in-Chief, based on reviewers’ evaluations, editorial assessments, and the journal’s scope and standards.
  4. Editorial decisions may be guided by the policies of the editorial board and constrained by applicable legal requirements, including those related to libel, copyright, and plagiarism.
  5. Editors may make preliminary decisions and provide independent evaluations or recommendations in consultation with the Editor-in-Chief.
  6. Editors shall evaluate manuscripts fairly and impartially, without prejudice or bias of any kind.
  7. Decisions to accept or reject submissions shall be based solely on the manuscript’s scholarly merit, originality, clarity, and relevance to the aims and scope of the journal.
  8. The Editor-in-Chief and members of the editorial board must disclose any potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves where such conflicts exist.
  9. The anonymity of both authors and reviewers shall be strictly maintained throughout the review process.
  10. If a significant error is identified in a published article, the Editor-in-Chief shall take appropriate action, including issuing a correction or retracting the article.

 

Publication and Authorship

  1. Authorship is limited to individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research and writing of the manuscript.
  2. All submissions to Ars Aeterna must be original and must not have been published previously or be under consideration elsewhere. Proper citation and quotation are required when using material from other sources. Plagiarism and self-plagiarism in any form are unacceptable.
  3. Authors must appropriately acknowledge and cite the work of others and provide a complete and accurate list of references.
  4. Sources of funding, institutional support, sponsorship, or other contributions to the research should be clearly acknowledged where applicable.
  5. By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that the work is not under review by another journal and does not substantially overlap with previously published material.

 

Duties of Reviewers

  1. All submitted manuscripts are subject to peer review. Reviewers shall be suitably qualified and shall complete their evaluations within the agreed timeframe, providing constructive and objective feedback.
  2. Reviewers shall evaluate manuscripts anonymously, and authors’ identities shall remain concealed to ensure a fair and unbiased review process.
  3. Reviewers and editors shall assess manuscripts solely on their academic merit, without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnic origin, citizenship, or political philosophy.
  4. Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents and must not disclose or discuss their content with third parties.
  5. Manuscripts that are not accepted for publication shall be returned to the authors with a formal decision and, where appropriate, an explanation for rejection.