Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Academia Publications. By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with the following terms and conditions. These terms apply to all users, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers.

2. Ethical Standards

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics. All parties involved in the publication process must adhere to ethical guidelines to ensure the integrity of scholarly research.

3. Authorship and Contribution

Authors must ensure that all listed contributors have significantly participated in the research and approve the final manuscript. Any changes to authorship after submission require agreement from all authors.

4. Originality and Plagiarism

Submissions must be original works and free from plagiarism. Proper acknowledgment of sources is mandatory. Manuscripts should not be under consideration elsewhere.

5. Data Access and Retention

Authors may be asked to provide raw data related to their manuscript for editorial review and should be prepared to make the data publicly available if practicable.

6. Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo a fair and unbiased peer review process. Reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality and disclose any conflicts of interest.

7. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or other conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of their manuscript.

8. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work but grant Academia Publications the right to publish and distribute the content. The terms of licensing will be clearly stated upon acceptance.

9. Retraction and Corrections

If significant errors or ethical issues are discovered post-publication, we reserve the right to retract or correct the article. Authors and readers are encouraged to report any issues promptly.

10. Confidentiality

Editors and reviewers must treat all submissions as confidential and not disclose information to anyone except those involved in the processing and review of the manuscript.

11. Fees and Charges

Any publication fees or charges will be transparently disclosed to authors prior to submission. There are no hidden costs associated with the publication process.

12. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

By engaging with Academia Publications, you agree to abide by these terms and conditions. We reserve the right to amend these terms as necessary and will notify users of any significant changes.