Ethics and Policies

The Panamerican Mathematical Journal is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and policies to ensure the integrity, quality, and fairness of the research published in our journal. This Ethics and Policies page outlines our key principles and guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors.

1. Publication Ethics

  • Plagiarism: Authors are expected to submit original work that has not been previously published elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable and will lead to immediate rejection of the manuscript.

  • Authorship: Authorship should be based on significant contributions to the research. All authors should have participated in the study and share responsibility for its outcomes.

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors should disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the research, its interpretation, or the publication process.

  • Human and Animal Rights: Research involving human subjects or animals should adhere to ethical standards. Authors should provide evidence of ethical approvals when applicable.

2. Review and Peer-Review Process

  • Review Confidentiality: The peer-review process is confidential. Reviewers should not disclose any information regarding the manuscript to any third party. Authors' identities are concealed from reviewers, and vice versa.

  • Reviewer Objectivity: Reviewers should provide objective, constructive, and unbiased feedback. Personal or professional biases should not influence the review process.

3. Editorial and Journal Policies

  • Editorial Independence: The journal is committed to editorial independence. Editors make decisions based on the quality and significance of the research, without external interference.

  • Open Access: The Panamerican Mathematical Journal operates under an open-access model. Our content is freely accessible to readers.

  • Copyright and Licensing: Authors retain the copyright to their work, but upon acceptance, we require a license to publish and distribute the work. Published papers are typically available under a Creative Commons license.

4. Misconduct and Retractions

  • Research Misconduct: The journal takes allegations of research misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification, seriously. Such allegations will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate action will be taken.

  • Retractions: In cases of serious errors or ethical breaches, the journal may issue retractions or corrections as needed.

5. Appeals and Complaints

  • Author Appeals: Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions, and such appeals will be considered based on the journal's policies and guidelines.

  • Complaints: Any complaints or concerns related to the journal's ethics or policies should be addressed to the journal's editorial office. We take all complaints seriously and will investigate and address them as appropriate.

6. Data and Reproducibility

  • The Panamerican Mathematical Journal encourages authors to make their data and code available for the reproducibility of research. Data-sharing and transparency are important for the advancement of science.

7. Diversity and Inclusivity

  • The journal is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity in the mathematical community. We encourage submissions from mathematicians from all backgrounds and regions.

The Panamerican Mathematical Journal values the trust and confidence of its readers, authors, and the broader mathematical community. We strive to maintain the highest ethical and editorial standards and welcome feedback and engagement from all stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement.