Paper Prints Policy

  1. Scope and Objective:

The Paper Prints Policy for Gomal Journal of Agriculture and Biology (GJAB) outlines the guidelines and procedures for the submission, review, and publication of manuscripts in the journal. The primary objective of this policy is to maintain the quality, integrity, and relevance of published research in the field of agriculture and biology.

  1. Submission Guidelines:

Authors must submit their manuscripts electronically through the journal's online submission system. Submissions must adhere to the journal's formatting and style guidelines, which are available on the journal's website. Manuscripts submitted to GJAB must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.

  1. Peer Review Process:

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and validity of the research. The review process is double-blind, wherein the identities of both authors and reviewers are kept confidential. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the subject matter of the manuscript.

  1. Acceptance Criteria:

Manuscripts accepted for publication in GJAB must meet the following criteria:

- Originality: The research must present new and significant contributions to the field of agriculture and biology.

- Scientific Rigor: The research methodology must be sound, and the results must be supported by appropriate data and analysis.

- Relevance: The research must be relevant to the scope of the journal and of interest to the journal's readership.

- Clarity and Presentation: The manuscript must be well-written, clear, and organized.

  1. Copyright and Licensing:

Upon acceptance for publication, authors are required to transfer copyright of their manuscript to GJAB. Authors retain the right to use their work for non-commercial purposes and to deposit their manuscript in institutional repositories. All published articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

  1. Publication Ethics:

GJAB is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics. Authors must adhere to ethical guidelines for research conduct and manuscript preparation, including proper citation of sources and disclosure of conflicts of interest. Plagiarism and data fabrication are strictly prohibited.

  1. Corrections and Retractions:

In cases of errors or misconduct, GJAB will consider corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as appropriate. Authors are encouraged to report any concerns about published articles to the editorial office promptly.

  1. Editorial Independence:

The editorial decisions of GJAB are based solely on the quality and merit of the research and are independent of commercial interests or external influences.

  1. Revision and Resubmission:

Authors may be requested to revise and resubmit their manuscripts based on feedback from reviewers and editors. Revised manuscripts must address all reviewer comments and adhere to the journal's formatting guidelines.

  1. Publication Schedule:

GJAB publishes articles on a rolling basis, with new issues released periodically throughout the year. Accepted manuscripts are published online as soon as they are ready, and a compiled issue is released at regular intervals.

  1. Contact Information:

For inquiries regarding the Paper Prints Policy or manuscript submissions, authors may contact the editorial office of Gomal Journal of Agriculture and Biology at [email address] or visit the journal's website for more information.

  1. Amendment and Updates:

This Paper Prints Policy may be amended or updated as necessary to reflect changes in publication practices, ethical standards, or journal policies. Authors are encouraged to review the latest version of the policy before submitting their manuscripts.