Ethical Guidelines

At the International Journal of Innovative Research in Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing (IJIROGN), we are committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of our publication process. Please review the following policies that guide our publication practices:

1. Peer Review Process:

• All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the research.
• Reviewers provide constructive feedback and recommendations to authors to enhance the clarity and impact of their work.

2. Authorship and Contribution:

• Authors are expected to list all individuals who have made a significant contribution to the research and manuscript preparation.
• All authors must approve the final manuscript and agree to be accountable for its content.

3. Conflict of Interest:

• Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their research or manuscript preparation.
• Reviewers and editors must also declare any conflicts of interest to maintain objectivity in the review process.

4. Plagiarism and Misconduct:

• The journal adheres to strict policies against plagiarism, data fabrication, and other forms of research misconduct.
• Manuscripts found to contain plagiarized content or ethical violations will be rejected and may result in further actions.

5. Copyright and Licensing:

• Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant IJIROGN the right to publish and distribute the manuscript.
• Published papers are subject to the journal’s licensing policies, which allow for appropriate use and sharing of the work.

6. Open Access Policy:

• IJIROGN follows an open access model, allowing readers to freely access and download published papers.
• Authors may choose to publish under a specific open access license, as outlined in our author guidelines.

7. Correction and Retraction Policy:

• The journal reserves the right to correct or retract articles in cases of significant errors, ethical violations, or research misconduct.
• Corrections or retractions will be clearly indicated and explained on the journal website.

8. Archiving Policy:

• IJIROGN ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of published research through appropriate archiving practices.

We encourage authors, reviewers, and readers to familiarize themselves with these policies to ensure a smooth and ethical publication process. If you have any questions or concerns about our publication policies, please feel free to contact our editorial team at [Insert Contact Information].

Thank you for your attention to our policies and for contributing to the high standards of our journal.