Publication ethics
The Revista Científica del Amazonas is committed to upholding high standards of ethical behavior and taking all possible measures against any professional negligence at all stages of the journal's publication process. It adheres to the guidelines and best practices established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), an organization that provides advice and resources on all aspects of publication ethics, research integrity, and publication misconduct.
The Revista Científica del Amazonas adheres to the Core Practices and follows the Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing, both published by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Misconduct Monitoring
The Editor is committed to maintaining high ethical standards and taking all possible measures against any professional negligence that may occur in its publication. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Authors, when submitting a document, declare that it is original and unpublished, and furthermore, that it has not been submitted for consideration by other journals or that it has not been copied or plagiarized, in whole or in part, from other publications, for which they must complete the originality declaration form.
Articles submitted by authors undergo an initial review by the editor to ensure compliance with the journal’s editorial policy and author guidelines. If a manuscript does not pass this first review, it will be returned to the authors for adjustment and resubmission.
To handle plagiarism cases, the Revista Científica del Amazonas follows the COPE Flowcharts.
Plagiarism Detection Process
All articles will be checked using Turnitin Similarity Check anti-plagiarism software [See plagiarism policy]. If a document shows a high similarity percentage, the author will be notified, provided with documentary evidence (software report), and requested to respond.
If authors are found guilty of plagiarism:
a) The editor of the journal where the original plagiarized article was published and the authors of the plagiarized article will be informed.
b) The Revista Científica del Amazonas will publish an official retraction of the article.
c) The Revista Científica del Amazonas will not publish any other article from the authors involved in plagiarism for a period of 5 years.
Any ethical violation related to a document will be resolved using the protocols established in the COPE Flowcharts.
Authorship and contribution
Authorship belongs to individuals who contributed significantly to the development, design, execution, or understanding of the article. All individuals who made a significant contribution to the article should be listed as co-authors. Others who contributed to substantial parts of the research should be acknowledged or listed as contributors. The lead author is responsible for including all co-authors and collaborators and ensuring that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the document for publication.
When authorship is shared, it must be formally declared that:
a) All authors have intellectually contributed to the development of the article.
b) They agree with the content of the manuscript.
c) The work has not been previously published in any other journal or format.
Authors must ensure that the data presented in the article is accurate and has not been altered to verify or support hypotheses. The Revista Científica del Amazonas, in its commitment to research transparency, requires authors to provide their ORCID ID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID).
Complaints and appeals
The Editor will respond as soon as possible to any complaints generated during the editorial process. Communication will be handled via email at revistadelamazonas@gmail.com confidentially. If the issue cannot be resolved, it will be addressed by the Editorial Committee.
Conflicts of Interest
Authors submitting a manuscript to the Revista Científica del Amazonas, as well as journal editors and reviewers, must declare any potential conflict of interest in writing. These may arise from relationships with any public or private entity that could interfere with the objectivity or integrity of a publication.
Conflicts of interest include financial, non-financial, professional, labor-related, contractual, or personal influences. If someone suspects an undisclosed conflict of interest regarding a published or submitted work, they should notify the editor or contact revistadelamazonas@gmail.com.
Sex and gender considerations in research (SAGER Guidelines)
The Revista Científica del Amazonas adheres to the SAGER Guidelines (Sex and Gender Equity in Research), promoting equity in research through the systematic inclusion of sex and gender dimensions in published studies. These guidelines were developed by the European Association of Science Editors (EASE), an internationally recognized organization committed to quality and ethics in scientific publishing.
EASE is a non-profit organization, founded in 1982, that collaborates with editors, researchers, and international bodies such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Its recommendations are widely adopted by scientific journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, ensuring transparency and rigor in academic publishing.
Therefore, in the Revista Científica del Amazonas, authors must:
- Indicate whether the study considers sex and gender variables in its design, analysis, and presentation of results. If these variables have not been included, a clear justification must be provided.
- Specify the sex and/or gender of human participants, animals, cells, or biological materials used in the research and describe how these differences were considered in the methods and analysis.
- Report whether study results have been disaggregated by sex and gender and provide an appropriate interpretation of any observed differences, when applicable.
- Use inclusive and precise language when describing study subjects, avoiding inappropriate generalizations or biased interpretations.
- Follow the reporting guidelines of the SAGER Guidelines, ensuring that research published in the journal reflects best practices in considering sex and gender in science.
Authors are encouraged to review the full SAGER Guidelines, available at:
https://ease.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/EASE-SAGER-Checklist-2022.pdf
Compliance with these recommendations will be considered during the evaluation and peer review process of manuscripts.
Data Analysis
The Revista Científica del Amazonas supports transparency and openness regarding data, codes, and other research materials. Authors must keep accurate backup records to enable others to understand, verify, and replicate new findings. Authors must also store their data in an appropriate repository for sharing and further use.
Ethical Oversight and Privacy Policy
The Revista Científica del Amazonas is committed to ensuring the protection, security, and confidentiality of the personal data of its authors, reviewers, readers, and other participants in the editorial process.
The data collected by the journal will be used exclusively for purposes related to editorial management, academic communication, and the dissemination of scientific content. Under no circumstances will it be shared with third parties without the express consent of the owner, except in cases necessary for the fulfillment of editorial processes or when required by applicable provisions.
Rights of data owners: Journal users have the right to:
- Access, update, and rectify their personal information.
- Request the deletion of their personal data, except when necessary for editorial purposes.
- Receive clear information about the use of their data.
To exercise these rights or make inquiries about the processing of personal data, interested parties may contact the journal via email: revistadelamazonas@gmail.com
The journal maintains security and data protection measures to prevent unauthorized access, alterations, or loss of information.
Data that contributes to the development of this publishing platform may be shared with its developer, Public Knowledge Project, in an anonymous and aggregated manner, with the corresponding exceptions, such as article metrics. Data will not be sold by this journal or PKP, nor will it be used for purposes other than those stated here.
Intellectual Property
Manuscripts submitted by authors must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere. By submitting an article, the author expressly declares that:
a) The article has not been published nor is it under review in another journal.
b) It has not been published as a working paper or on a website.
c) All authors are aware of and agree with the content.
The Revista Científica del Amazonas is open-access and free to access. The content of published articles is the sole responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Editorial Committee.
Authors publishing in this journal agree to distribute their articles under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, allowing third parties to copy, redistribute, remix, transform, and build upon the work, even commercially, as long as appropriate credit is given.
Journal Management
The Revista Científica del Amazonas adheres to the highest standards of quality and ethics. It follows COPE’s Principles of Transparency and Best Practices in Scholarly Publishing.
The journal maintains these ethical standards across all publication stages and among all members, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.
Peer Review Process:
The journal follows a double-blind peer review process. All articles undergo evaluation by external academic peers who are experts in the field. If a reviewer detects a conflict of interest, they must report it. The Editor will resolve such conflicts promptly.
The Editorial Committee evaluates whether the article meets submission requirements. If not, the manuscript is returned to the authors for revision.
Once approved, the article is sent to anonymous reviewers in the relevant field. The identity of authors and reviewers is kept confidential.
Upon receiving reviewer feedback, the editorial team decides whether to publish the article. Authors will be informed of the reviewers' comments and must address any required revisions within the given timeframe.
Manuscript promotion and solicitation
The Revista Científica del Amazonas is committed to conducting all promotional and direct marketing activities in an ethical, appropriate, and transparent manner, ensuring that the information provided to authors, reviewers, and readers is truthful and aligned with international publishing standards.
- The journal may invite authors to submit manuscripts, but always selectively, based on quality and thematic relevance.
- No mass, persistent, or misleading solicitation strategies are used to attract manuscript submissions.
- Information regarding indexing, impact, and the publication process is clear, verifiable, and accurate, avoiding any misleading claims.
- Manuscript acceptance depends exclusively on compliance with editorial requirements and the peer review process.
- The journal does not charge hidden fees or request payments that are not explicitly stated in its access and funding policies.
Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections
Any corrections will be recorded in the CROSSMARK system. See our Crossmark Policy for more details.
