Code of Ethics

Prospherus Journal

This Code of Ethics establishes the principles and standards that guide the conduct of authors, reviewers, and editors in the publication of scientific research.
Its purpose is to ensure the integrity, quality, and transparency of all publications.

General Principles

  • Research Integrity: Authors must present original, complete, and truthful research.
  • Peer Review: All manuscripts must be evaluated fairly and objectively by qualified reviewers.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflict of interest that could influence the research or its evaluation.
  • Research Subject Welfare: Research involving human or animal subjects must comply with all relevant ethical and legal standards.

Specific Commitments

Authors:

  • Ensure the originality and accuracy of their work.
  • Declare any conflicts of interest.
  • Obtain and document informed consent from participants in research involving human subjects.

Reviewers:

  • Evaluate manuscripts impartially and objectively.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript.
  • Declare any conflicts of interest.

Editors:

  • Ensure the quality and integrity of publications.
  • Manage conflicts of interest transparently.
  • Establish a clear procedure for the retraction of articles in cases of error or misconduct.

Code Updates

This Code will be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect best practices and emerging standards in scholarly publishing.

Conclusion

This Code of Ethics represents a commitment to maintaining quality and trust in scientific publishing.
All parties involved must adhere to these principles to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in a responsible and ethical manner.