Govcore Policies

Authors, editors, and reviewers are expected to follow responsible scholarly publishing practices, including honesty, originality, transparency, and respect for research participants where applicable.

Submitted manuscripts are screened by the editorial team before reviewer assignment. Reviewers submit reports and recommendations, and the editor records an editorial decision. Revision may be requested when needed.

Authors should disclose responsible use of AI-assisted tools when relevant. Authors remain accountable for the accuracy, originality, integrity, and reliability of submitted work. Undisclosed AI-generated fabrication is not acceptable.

Open access policy information will be updated by the journal editorial office.

Manuscripts should be original and properly cite all sources. The editorial team may screen submissions for similarity before peer review.

Copyright and licensing information will be updated by the journal editorial office.

Authors, reviewers, and editors should disclose potential conflicts of interest that may influence the submission, review, or decision process.

Where applicable, authors should describe data availability and any access limitations in a clear and responsible manner.

The journal may publish corrections or retractions when necessary to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Complaints and appeals will be reviewed by the editorial office according to the journal's editorial responsibilities.

Research involving human participants, sensitive data, or regulated contexts should include appropriate ethics, consent, and approval information when applicable.