Publication Ethics

This journal follows guidelines from Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee for Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) in facing all aspects of publication ethics and, in particular, how to handle cases of research and publication misconduct.

All studies must be conducted to a high ethical standard and must adhere to local regulations and standards for gaining scrutiny and approval. The work described in your article must have been carried out in accordance with The Code of Ethics of the World Medical Association (Declaration of Helsinki) for experiments involving humans; EC Directive 86/609/EEC for animal experiments. 

Jurnal Keterapian Fisik adapts COPE to meet a high-quality standard of ethics for publisher, editors, authors, and reviewers. As an essential issue, publication ethics needs to be explained clearly to improve the quality of the research worldwide. In this part, we explain the standard for editors, authors, and reviewers. In addition, the publisher doesn't have right to interfere with the integrity of the contents and only support to publish in a timely manner.
 

For Editors

  1. Editors should be responsible for every article published in Jurnal Keterapian Fisik.
  2. Editors should help authors to follow the instruction for the author that we adopt from ICMJE.
  3. The editors may communicate with other editors or reviewers in making the final decision.
  4. An editor has to evaluate the manuscript objectively for publication, judging each on its quality without looking to nationality, ethnicity, political beliefs, race, religion, gender, seniority, or institutional affiliation of the authors. He/she should decline his/her assignment when there is a potential for conflict of interest.
  5. Editors need to ensure the document sent to the reviewer does not contain the information of the author, vice versa.
  6. Editors’ decision should be informed to authors accompanied by reviewers’ comments unless they contain offensive or libelous remarks.
  7. Editors should respect requests from authors that an individual should not review the submission if these are well-reasoned and practicable.
  8. Editors and all staffs should guarantee the confidentiality of the submitted manuscript.
  9. Editors will be guided by COPE flowcharts if there is a suspected misconduct or disputed authorship.

 For Reviewers

  1. Reviewers need to comment on ethical questions and possible research and publication misconduct.
  2. Reviewers will do the work in a timely manner and should notify the editor if they can not complete the work.
  3. Reviewers need to keep the confidentiality of the manuscript.
  4. Reviewers should not accept to review the manuscripts in which there is a potential conflict of interest between them and any of the authors.

For Authors

  1. Author(s) affirm that the material has not been previously published and that they have not trans­ferred elsewhere any rights to the article.
  2. Author(s) should ensure the originality of the work and they have properly cited others’ work in accordance with the references format.
  3. Author(s) should not engage in plagiarism nor self-plagiarism.
  4. Author(s) should ensure that they follow the authorship criteria that are taken from ICMJE that is explained in instruction for the author of Jurnal Keterapian Fisik.
  5. The author(s) haven’t suggested any personal information that may make the identity of the patient recognizable in any forms of description part, photograph or pedigree. When the photographs of the patient were essential and indispensable as scientific information, the author(s) have received the consent in written form and have clearly stated it.
  6. In case of experimenting on human, the authors have certified that the process of the research is in accordance with ethical standards of Helsinki declaration, domestic and foreign committees that preside over human experi­ment. If any doubts are raised whether the research was proceeded in accordance with the declaration, the authors should explain it. In case of experimenting on animals, the authors have certified that the authors had followed the domestic and foreign guideline related to the experiment of animals in a laboratory.
  7. Author(s) should give the editor the data and details of the work if there are suspicions of data falsification or fabrication.
  8. Authors of the journal should clarify everything that may cause a conflict of interests such as work, research expenses, consul­tant expenses, and intellectual property on the document of ICMJE form disclosure.

 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy

The journal stipulates that the use of Generative AI and artificial intelligence-based technologies in the preparation of scientific articles must be limited, transparent and responsible. The use of such technologies must not replace the author’s role in generating scientific ideas, conducting analysis, making academic decisions and taking responsibility for the content of the article.

Guidelines for Authors

a. The use of Generative AI is permitted to assist with linguistic aspects, such as checking grammar, spelling, sentence structure, translation, and improving the readability of the manuscript.

b. The development of the scientific substance of the article must still originate from the author. Generative AI must not be used as the primary source in designing research objectives, formulating hypotheses, constructing theoretical frameworks, determining methods, interpreting data, compiling research results, or drawing conclusions.

c. Authors are obliged to carry out a thorough verification of all information obtained with the assistance of Generative AI. Information that cannot be verified must not be included in the article.

d. References, quotations, bibliographic data, authors’ names, article titles, and scientific information generated by Generative AI must be verified using reliable academic sources.

e. The use of Generative AI that contributes to the article preparation process must be disclosed transparently to the journal. Authors must specify the tools used and explain their functions.

f. A declaration of Generative AI use does not diminish the author’s responsibility for the entire content of the article. Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, validity and integrity of the scientific work.

g. Generative AI may not be listed as an author, co-author or contributor with authorial status.

h. Authors are not permitted to use Generative AI to create research data, alter research results, manipulate findings, fabricate references, or generate information that does not originate from the actual research process.

i. The use of Generative AI to create images, graphs, illustrations or visual material is not permitted if such use alters, adds to, omits or obscures information relating to the research data.

j. Where AI-based technology forms part of the research methodology, its use must be fully described in the Methods section, including the tools or systems used, the purpose of their use, and the relevant procedures.

k. Authors must ensure that the use of AI technology does not result in copyright infringement, plagiarism, infringement of third-party rights, or the unauthorised use of material.

l. Confidential information, personal data, participant data, unpublished documents, and protected research material must not be fed into AI systems that are capable of storing or using such information beyond the authors’ control.

Guidelines for Reviewers

a. Manuscripts received for review are confidential documents and must only be used for the purposes of the peer review process.

b. Reviewers are prohibited from uploading all or part of the manuscript’s content into Generative AI or any other AI system.

c. Generative AI must not be used to create, compose, translate, amend or refine peer review reports.

d. Assessments of the scientific quality, methodology, novelty, interpretation and contribution of an article must be based on the reviewer’s academic judgement.

e. Reviewers bear full responsibility for the content of the recommendations and comments submitted to the editor.

 Guidelines for Editors

a. Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all manuscripts, data, authors’ identities, reviewers’ reports and editorial communications.

b. The contents of manuscripts or editorial documents of a confidential nature must not be fed into Generative AI or external AI systems.

c. Editorial decisions must not be delegated to AI systems. Decisions regarding publication must be based on academic evaluation and the editor’s professional judgement.

d. Editors are responsible for ensuring that the use of AI technology in the editorial process does not compromise the objectivity, confidentiality, and integrity of the publication process.

e. Editors may request clarification from authors if there are indications of Generative AI use that is inconsistent with the journal’s policy.

f. Allegations of AI use relating to data fabrication, manipulation of results, plagiarism, or other breaches of publication ethics may be addressed through the applicable publication ethics procedures.

Declaration of the Use of Generative AI

a. If the author has used Generative AI in the preparation of the article, a declaration of its use must be included in the section specified by the journal.

Example statement:

“The author used [name of tool] during the manuscript preparation process to assist with [explain the purpose of use]. This technology was used as an aid and does not replace the author’s scientific assessment and decision-making processes. The author has reviewed all sections of the manuscript and is responsible for the accuracy, originality and integrity of the article.”

b. The use of Generative AI that is not reported or does not comply with the journal’s guidelines may be taken into account during the editorial process and may be addressed in accordance with the applicable publication ethics policy.

 

Allegations of Research Misconduct

Jurnal Keterapian Fisik is committed to upholding integrity, honesty, transparency, and ethics throughout the entire scientific publication process. Allegations of research and publication misconduct may be reported by readers, authors, reviewers, editors, or other parties who possess relevant evidence and information.

Reportable forms of misconduct include data fabrication, data falsification, plagiarism, duplicate publication, citation manipulation, research ethics violations involving humans or animals, and other violations contrary to the principles of scientific integrity.

Every report of a suspected violation will be handled objectively, fairly, confidentially, and impartially. The editor will conduct an initial review of the report and the evidence submitted. If sufficient indications of a violation are found, the editor may request clarification from the relevant author and, if necessary, coordinate with the institution where the research was conducted or other competent authorities.

Editorial decisions and actions will be determined based on the results of the review and the severity of the violation found. Possible actions include rejection of the manuscript, a request for corrections, publication of a correction or clarification statement, publication of an expression of concern, or retraction of the article, in accordance with the journal’s policies and guidelines.

Jurnal Keterapian Fisik provides the reported party with the opportunity to submit a clarification and ensures that every decision is based on sufficient evidence. The entire process of handling alleged violations is carried out with a commitment to the principles of fairness, confidentiality, and academic responsibility, and in accordance with relevant guidelines on scientific publication ethics.

 

Conflict of Interest

Jurnal Keterapian Fisik requires all authors, editors, and reviewers to disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest that may affect the objectivity, integrity, or independence of the research and publication process.

Conflicts of interest may include financial interests, employment or institutional relationships, personal relationships, professional collaborations, academic interests, or other circumstances that could influence the evaluation of a manuscript.

The following requirements apply to conflicts of interest:

  1. Authors must disclose all relevant conflicts of interest when submitting a manuscript. If no conflicts of interest exist, authors must explicitly state that there are no conflicts of interest to declare.
  2. Editors must avoid making editorial decisions on manuscripts in which they have a conflict of interest. Such manuscripts must be handled by another independent editor.
  3. Reviewers must inform the editor of any conflict of interest that could affect the objectivity of their assessment. Reviewers must decline or withdraw from the peer-review process if the conflict cannot be adequately managed.
  4. Research funding must be disclosed transparently, including the funding source and, where applicable, the funder's role in the study design, data collection, analysis, interpretation of findings, and manuscript preparation.
  5. Management of conflicts of interest must be conducted by the editorial team objectively, transparently, and confidentially. The editor may request additional information or clarification when necessary.
  6. Failure to disclose conflicts of interest may result in a delay in the editorial process, manuscript rejection, publication correction, or other appropriate editorial action, depending on the severity of the violation and the journal's publication ethics policies.

Jurnal Keterapian Fisik is committed to ensuring that all editorial decisions are based on scientific quality, originality, relevance, and research integrity, without undue influence from personal, financial, or institutional interests.