Publication Ethics and Publication Malpractice Statement
The Panamerican Mathematical Journal is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all aspects of the publication process. We are committed to promoting honest and responsible research conduct, ensuring the quality and credibility of the work we publish. This statement outlines our commitment to publication ethics and actions to address any potential publication malpractice.
1. Author Responsibilities
Authors submitting manuscripts to the Panamerican Mathematical Journal are expected to:
- Present original and unpublished work.
- Properly cite and attribute sources used in their research.
- Provide accurate and reliable data, and avoid data fabrication, manipulation, or falsification.
- Include all authors who have made substantial contributions and declare any conflicts of interest.
- Comply with ethical standards when conducting research involving humans, animals, or sensitive data.
2. Reviewer Responsibilities
Reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the quality of the journal's publications:
- Reviewers should maintain confidentiality regarding the content of manuscripts under review.
- Reviewers must evaluate manuscripts objectively, providing constructive feedback and avoiding personal biases.
- If reviewers suspect ethical violations or conflicts of interest, they should report them to the journal's editorial office.
3. Editor Responsibilities
Editors are responsible for making impartial and ethical decisions throughout the publication process:
- Editorial decisions are based on the quality, significance, and relevance of the work to the field, without influence from external parties.
- Editors are responsible for safeguarding the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and ensuring a fair and unbiased review process.
- In cases of ethical violations or potential publication malpractice, the editorial team will conduct investigations as necessary.
4. Handling Ethical Violations
The Panamerican Mathematical Journal takes all allegations of ethical violations seriously and will take appropriate actions, which may include:
- Contacting authors to provide explanations or corrections for any identified ethical violations.
- Informing relevant institutions and authorities if ethical violations, such as data fabrication, plagiarism, or authorship disputes, are substantiated.
- Issuing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern in the event of published works found to contain serious errors or ethical breaches.
5. Reporting Ethical Concerns
If authors, reviewers, or readers have concerns regarding potential ethical violations in published works or during the submission and review process, they are encouraged to contact the journal's editorial office. All concerns will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken.
The Panamerican Mathematical Journal is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in the field of mathematical research and publication. We remain committed to fostering an environment of trust, integrity, and academic excellence in our mission to advance mathematical knowledge and support the mathematical community.