Allegations of Misconduct

The Iraqi Journal of Industrial Research (IJOIR) is committed to upholding high standards of research integrity and ethics. Allegations of misconduct may include, but are not limited to, fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, duplicate publication, authorship disputes, conflicts of interest, and violations of ethical guidelines for human and animal research.

- Reporting Process: Anyone with concerns about potential misconduct in a submission or published article is encouraged to report it confidentially to the IJOIR editorial office. Complaints should be submitted in writing, detailing specific concerns and providing any available evidence. IJOIR follows COPE guidelines to ensure fair, transparent handling of all misconduct allegations.

- Investigation and Resolution: Upon receiving a complaint, the editorial team will conduct a preliminary assessment and, if necessary, a formal investigation. Confidentiality will be maintained, and all parties treated with respect. Possible outcomes of a confirmed misconduct finding may include corrections, retractions, or notification to relevant institutions.

For more information on submitting a complaint, please click here to go to the complaints page.