Editorial Policy
Medvix Publications is committed to high ethical standards, transparency, and academic integrity. These editorial policies guide manuscript handling, peer review, and ethical practices.
1. Editorial Independence
- Decisions are made solely by editors based on quality, originality, and relevance.
- Editors are free from influence by the publisher, sponsors, or advertisers.
- Conflicts of interest must be disclosed and managed.
2. Peer Review
- Manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review (single-blind, double-blind, or open as per journal policy).
- Reviewers are selected for expertise and must declare conflicts of interest.
- Reviews are confidential, fair, and objective.
3. Publication Ethics
- Medvix follows COPE guidelines.
- Plagiarism, data fabrication, and redundant publication are prohibited.
- Alleged misconduct is investigated promptly.
4. Corrections and Retractions
Errors may result in corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern, issued transparently to maintain scientific integrity.
5. Conflicts of Interest & Ethics Approval
All authors, editors, and reviewers must declare conflicts of interest. Research involving humans or animals must follow ethical standards and receive proper approvals.