Publication Ethics Policy

ACEE commits to transparent, fair, and responsible practices in scholarly publishing. Our policies guide all actors—authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers—to uphold integrity, accountability, and ethical standards in research and dissemination.

Author Responsibilities

  • Submit only original work not under review elsewhere or previously published.
  • Disclose all relevant sources and avoid all forms of plagiarism or redundant publication.
  • Provide accurate data, methods, and reproducible analyses.
  • Declare all financial or personal conflicts of interest and funding sources.
  • Obtain and document ethical approvals and consent for human or environmental field studies.

Editorial & Reviewer Standards

  • Maintain confidentiality and treat submitted content with strict privacy.
  • Ensure impartial decision-making free from bias related to author identity or affiliation.
  • Recuse oneself in cases of conflict of interest or prior involvement with the work.
  • Avoid coercive or disrespectful behavior toward authors or colleagues.

Peer Review Integrity

ACEE adheres to a double‑blind peer review model. Editorial decisions are based on expert reviewer feedback and compliance with journal standards for quality, ethics, and technical rigor.

Misconduct & Ethical Breaches

Cases involving plagiarism, data fabrication, citation manipulation, or duplicate publication are thoroughly investigated. Corrective actions may include errata, expressions of concern, or retraction, depending on the severity.

Corrections, Retractions & Withdrawals

Minor errors are addressed with corrigenda or errata. When an article’s validity is fundamentally compromised, ACEE issues a retraction with a clear and linked notice to protect the scholarly record.

Appeals & Resolution

Authors may appeal decisions by submitting new evidence or strong arguments. Appeals are reviewed by an independent editorial member or committee to ensure impartial resolution.

Ethical Oversight

ACEE aligns with recognized principles of global publishing ethics, regularly reviewing policy to keep pace with evolving best practices and emerging issues in scholarly communication.