Policy for plagiarism

Plagiarism Policy

The Journal of Computational Medicine and Informatics (JCMI) is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. Plagiarism in any form is a serious violation of ethical norms and is strictly prohibited by the journal.

Definition of Plagiarism: Plagiarism refers to the use of another individual’s ideas, processes, results, or words without proper acknowledgment. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Direct Plagiarism: Copying text verbatim from another source without proper citation.

  • Self-Plagiarism: Reusing significant portions of one’s previously published work without appropriate citation.

  • Mosaic Plagiarism: Blending copied material into original work without proper attribution or using improper citation techniques.

  • Paraphrasing Plagiarism: Rewriting someone else's ideas or findings without proper attribution.

Detection of Plagiarism:

  • Submission Screening: All submitted manuscripts undergo plagiarism detection using specialized software to check for overlap with existing literature.

  • Peer Review Evaluation: Reviewers and editors assess manuscripts for potential plagiarism during the review process using their expertise and available tools.

Handling of Plagiarism:

  • Minor Overlap (Less than 10%):

    • Authors will be notified and asked to revise the manuscript to properly cite and attribute sources.

  • Moderate Overlap (10%-30%):

    • Manuscripts with moderate plagiarism will be sent back to authors for major revisions, requiring proper citations and resubmission for further evaluation.

  • Severe Plagiarism (More than 30%):

    • Manuscripts with significant plagiarism will be rejected outright. The reason for rejection will be documented, and repeated violations may lead to institutional notification and a ban on future submissions.

Consequences of Plagiarism:

  • Manuscript Rejection: Plagiarized manuscripts will be rejected and not considered for publication.

  • Retraction: If plagiarism is identified in a published article, it will be retracted, and a retraction notice will be issued.

  • Author Ban: Authors found guilty of plagiarism may face restrictions on future submissions to JCMI.

  • Institutional Notification: In cases of significant or repeated plagiarism, the authors’ affiliated institutions may be informed for further action.

Author Responsibilities:

  • Originality: Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cites all sources.

  • Disclosure: Any prior submissions or publications related to the manuscript content should be disclosed.

  • Acknowledgment: Proper acknowledgment must be given to all contributors, data sources, and references used.

Reviewers and Editors’ Role:

  • Vigilance: Reviewers and editors must remain vigilant in identifying plagiarism and report any suspected cases to the editorial office.

  • Confidentiality: All allegations of plagiarism will be handled with strict confidentiality to protect the rights and reputations of all involved parties.

Appeals and Disputes:

  • Appeal Process: Authors who believe their manuscript was wrongly accused of plagiarism may submit an appeal with supporting evidence. The editorial board will review the appeal.

  • Resolution: Disputes will be resolved based on the available evidence and in accordance with the journal’s ethical policies.

By adhering to this plagiarism policy, JCMI ensures the publication of high-quality, original research, preserving the integrity of the academic community and maintaining trust among its readers.