Ethical Rules and Policies

Research and Publishing Ethics of AIra

AIra is committed to providing open access to all published content, ensuring free availability to support the widespread dissemination of knowledge. Furthermore, the journal’s ethical standards align with the Code of Conduct and Best-Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE, 2011).

Ethics in Research & Publication

AIra maintains strict ethical publishing standards. Authors must comply with national and international ethical guidelines. The journal follows the principles set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Artificial Intelligence Research and Applications Journal Editors. Given the innovative nature of smart grid research, adherence to ethical standards is critical, particularly for unpublished methodologies and algorithms.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

 Authors submitting to AIra must ensure their work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Submissions must follow the journal’s formatting requirements. Authors must:

  1. Maintain Integrity – Ensure that findings and data are accurate and honestly presented. Misrepresentation is strictly forbidden.
  2. Provide Proper Attribution – Acknowledge all sources and appropriately cite references.
  3. Disclose Conflicts of Interest – Declare financial, professional, or personal affiliations that may influence their work.
  4. Avoid Duplicate Submission – Do not submit the same study to multiple journals simultaneously.
  5. Use Culturally Sensitive Language – Avoid discriminatory, offensive, or biased statements.
  6. Protect Privacy – Maintain confidentiality of personal data.
  7. Prevent Plagiarism – Ensure all content is original and properly cited.
  8. Follow Ethical Research Standards – Adhere to ethical guidelines, especially when involving human or animal subjects.
  9. Respect Human Rights – Promote fairness, justice, and dignity.
  10. Report Hazards – Clearly disclose any potential risks associated with the study.
  11. Provide Data When Requested – Be prepared to share raw data upon request.
  12. Engage in Constructive Peer Review – Address reviewer comments thoroughly.
  13. Follow Authorship Guidelines – Ensure all co-authors have made substantial contributions and approved the final manuscript.
  14. Comply with Journal Standards – Follow AIra’s submission and publication guidelines.

Reviewers’ Ethical Responsibilities

Reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the journal’s quality and must adhere to ethical standards, including:

  1. Confidentiality – Do not share or use manuscript content for personal or professional gain.
  2. Expertise – Only review papers within their field of knowledge.
  3. Unbiased Evaluation – Base decisions solely on scientific merit.
  4. Report Misconduct – Notify editors of ethical violations, including plagiarism.
  5. Provide Constructive Feedback – Offer respectful and objective critiques.
  6. Meet Deadlines – Complete reviews on time or inform the editor if unable.
  7. Uphold Ethical Standards – Ensure adherence to journal policies.

Editors’ Ethical Responsibilities

Editors must ensure transparency, fairness, and adherence to ethical standards in all aspects of publication. Their responsibilities include:

  1. Neutral Decision-Making – Avoid personal biases or conflicts of interest.
  2. Ensuring Ethical Compliance – Address issues such as plagiarism and data falsification.
  3. Transparent Policies – Maintain clear editorial guidelines.
  4. Confidentiality – Protect submitted manuscripts and related data.
  5. Professional Communication – Foster constructive dialogue between authors and reviewers.
  6. Plagiarism Prevention – Utilize plagiarism detection tools and enforce corrective actions.
  7. Promoting Ethical Research – Encourage high-quality and impactful studies.