Journal of Neurosurgery Academy

The Journal of Neurosurgery Academy is a double-anonymous peer-reviewed open access journal published by BOHR Publishers PVT LTD. The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. All parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, reviewers, editorial board members, and the publisher are expected to adhere to the principles of integrity, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct.

This policy is framed in accordance with the principles and recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and internationally accepted standards of scholarly publishing.

Ethical Principles of Scholarly Publishing

The publication of peer-reviewed articles contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge and evidence-based practice. Ethical publishing ensures the credibility of research findings, protects the integrity of the scholarly record, and promotes trust among researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the public.

Responsibilities of Authors

Reporting Standards

Authors must present an accurate, honest, and transparent account of their work.

Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must ensure that submitted work is original and appropriately cites the work and ideas of others. Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable.

Data Integrity

Data fabrication, data falsification, image manipulation, and misleading reporting constitute serious ethical violations and are strictly prohibited.

Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication

Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously or publish substantially similar research in multiple publications without appropriate disclosure and justification.

Authorship and Contributorship

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, analysis, interpretation, drafting, or revision of the manuscript. All authors must approve the final version before submission and agree to be accountable for the work.

Individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged appropriately.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Authors must disclose all financial, professional, institutional, or personal relationships that could influence the interpretation of their research. Sources of funding must be clearly identified.

Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

Authors must disclose the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted technologies in manuscript preparation. AI tools cannot be listed as authors because they cannot assume responsibility for the work. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of all submitted content.

Informed Consent

Written informed consent should be obtained from the patient for publication of surgical procedures case report and accompanying images/videos.

Research Misconduct

• Plagiarism
• Data fabrication or falsification
• Image manipulation
• Duplicate or redundant publication
• Citation manipulation
• Undisclosed conflicts of interest
• Authorship misconduct
• Peer-review manipulation

Allegations of misconduct will be investigated fairly and confidentially. The journal may request explanations, supporting documentation, or institutional investigations when necessary.

Corrections, Retractions, Expressions of Concern and Removal of Articles

The journal is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. When errors or ethical concerns are identified, the journal may publish corrections, expressions of concern, retractions, or removal of articles. Retraction notices will remain permanently linked to the original article and clearly state the reasons for retraction.

Appeals and Complaints

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a written appeal to the Editor-in-Chief. Complaints regarding editorial processes, peer review, publication ethics, or journal management will be handled fairly, confidentially, and in accordance with established ethical procedures.

Publisher Responsibilities

The publisher supports editorial independence and does not interfere with editorial decisions. The publisher works with editors to investigate ethical concerns and implement corrections, retractions, or other necessary actions when required.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Contribution to Editorial Decisions
Peer reviewers assist editors in making publication decisions and help authors improve the quality of their manuscripts.

Promptness
Reviewers should decline if unqualified or unable to complete review on time.

Confidentiality
Manuscripts must remain confidential and not be shared or used for personal advantage.

Objectivity and Constructive Feedback
Reviews should be respectful, objective, and evidence-based.

Acknowledgement of Sources
Reviewers should identify relevant missing citations and possible overlap.

Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must disclose conflicts and decline if impartiality is affected.

Use of Artificial Intelligence
Reviewers should not use AI tools to analyze manuscripts or generate review reports.

Responsibilities of Editors

Editors decide acceptance or rejection based on originality, scientific merit, methodological rigor, relevance, and ethical compliance.

Editors must ensure fairness, confidentiality, and conflict-of-interest management, and take action against misconduct where required.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

Journal of Neurosurgery Academy is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical publishing and safeguarding the integrity of the scholarly record through transparent editorial practices, rigorous peer review, and adherence to internationally recognized publication ethics principles.