Author Policies

  1. Digital Preservation
  2. Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda Policy
  3. Article Processing Charge
  4. Author’s Agreement Form
  5. APC Waiver Policy
  6. Manuscript Preparation
  7. Open Access Policy
  8. Human and Animal Rights Policy
  9. Plagiarism Policy
  10. English Language Editing
  11. Sample Paper
  12. Submission of Manuscript
  13. Participant/Patient Privacy and Informed Consent
  14. Withdrawal Policy
  15. Data Sharing Policy
  16. Check List
  17. Complaints Policy
  18. Licensing Policy
  19. Rights and Grants to the Author
  20. Copyright Policy

The Psychology and Cognitive Sciences – Open Journal adheres to a set of policies that ensure the integrity, transparency, and accessibility of its publications. These policies play a key role in maintaining high academic standards and safeguarding the rights of authors, readers, and participants. Below is an overview of the most important policies guiding the journal's operations:

  1. Digital Preservation: The journal ensures that all published content is preserved digitally for long-term accessibility. This includes archiving articles in trusted repositories and maintaining secure access to ensure the longevity of the research for future generations.

  2. Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda Policy: The journal has a clear protocol in place for correcting any errors found in published works. Errata are issued for minor mistakes, while retractions are made for serious issues such as plagiarism or data falsification. Corrigenda are issued for minor errors in the text or interpretation that require clarification without altering the findings.

  3. Article Processing Charge (APC): The journal charges an APC to authors whose manuscripts are accepted for publication. This fee covers the costs of peer review, editing, typesetting, and other publication services. The APC ensures that the journal remains open access, freely accessible to readers worldwide.

  4. Author’s Agreement Form: Authors are required to submit an agreement form confirming that their submission is original, that they hold the copyright or have permission to use any third-party materials, and that they agree to abide by the journal’s policies, including the open access policy.

  5. APC Waiver Policy: The journal offers a waiver of the APC for authors who are unable to pay the charges, particularly for researchers from low-income or developing countries. The waiver ensures that the journal remains accessible to a wide range of contributors regardless of their financial situation.

  6. Manuscript Preparation: Authors are provided with detailed guidelines on how to prepare and submit their manuscripts. This includes specific formatting instructions, referencing styles, and requirements for figures and tables. The guidelines are designed to standardize submissions, making the peer review and publishing process more efficient.

  7. Open Access Policy: As an open access journal, all articles published are made freely available to the public. This policy promotes the dissemination of knowledge and research, ensuring that scientific findings are accessible to everyone, regardless of location or institutional affiliation.

  8. Human and Animal Rights Policy: The journal adheres to strict ethical guidelines when publishing research involving human participants or animals. Authors must ensure that their research complies with relevant ethical standards, including obtaining informed consent from participants and ensuring humane treatment of animals.

  9. Plagiarism Policy: The journal has a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism. Manuscripts are checked for originality, and any work found to have been plagiarized is rejected. Authors are expected to properly cite all sources and provide original content.

  10. English Language Editing: Authors submitting manuscripts in languages other than English may need to undergo professional English language editing to ensure the clarity and accuracy of their work before submission.

  11. Sample Paper: The journal provides sample papers to guide authors in formatting their manuscripts according to the journal’s guidelines. These samples help ensure that all submissions meet the necessary requirements for peer review.

  12. Submission of Manuscript: Authors must submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system, adhering to the outlined formatting and documentation requirements. Each manuscript is subject to peer review before being accepted for publication.

  13. Participant/Patient Privacy and Informed Consent: The journal mandates that authors ensure the confidentiality of patient data and obtain informed consent where applicable. Any personal information or identifiable data must be protected to comply with privacy regulations.

  14. Withdrawal Policy: Authors wishing to withdraw their manuscript after submission must do so in writing. The journal considers the reason for withdrawal and may grant the request, but it is subject to the stage of the editorial process.

  15. Data Sharing Policy: Authors are encouraged to share their data in publicly accessible repositories, ensuring transparency and the ability to verify results. This policy supports reproducibility in scientific research.

  16. Check List: A submission checklist is provided to authors, helping them ensure that all required documents and elements are included in their submission before sending it for review.

  17. Complaints Policy: The journal has an established process for handling complaints from authors, reviewers, or readers regarding any aspect of the publication process. Complaints are taken seriously and addressed in a fair and transparent manner.

  18. Licensing Policy: Articles published in the journal are subject to licensing terms that define how others can use, distribute, and share the work. Most works are licensed under Creative Commons licenses, allowing for broad dissemination while ensuring attribution to the authors.

  19. Rights and Grants to the Author: Authors retain the copyright to their works, while granting the journal a license to publish. The journal also ensures that authors have the right to use their work in future publications or to share it with colleagues.