AUFSCHLUSS is committed to upholding the integrity of academic research and publication. Our Anti-Plagiarism Policy ensures that all submitted manuscripts meet the highest ethical standards by preventing and addressing instances of plagiarism.
1. Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as the use of someone else’s work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution, presenting it as one’s own. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Direct Copying: Using another author’s text word-for-word without citation.
- Paraphrasing: Rewriting someone else’s ideas or findings without appropriate acknowledgment.
- Self-Plagiarism: Reusing one’s previously published work without citation or permission.
- Unattributed Ideas: Failing to credit the source of key concepts or theories.
2. Originality Requirement
AUFSCHLUSS requires that all submitted manuscripts be original works that have not been published elsewhere and are not under consideration by any other journal. Authors must ensure that their contributions are novel and contribute to the existing body of knowledge.
3. Plagiarism Detection
To maintain the integrity of our publication, all submitted manuscripts undergo a plagiarism detection process:
- Screening: Submissions are checked for potential plagiarism using [specific software, e.g., Turnitin, iThenticate]. This software compares the manuscript against a vast database of published works and internet sources.
- Threshold for Action: Manuscripts that exceed a [specific percentage, e.g., 15%] similarity index will be reviewed for potential plagiarism.
4. Consequences of Plagiarism
Instances of plagiarism will be treated with the utmost seriousness:
- Rejection: Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism will be immediately rejected and will not proceed to the peer review stage.
- Retracted Articles: If plagiarism is discovered after publication, the article will be retracted, and appropriate measures will be taken to inform readers and indexing services.
- Bans on Submission: Authors found to have committed plagiarism may be banned from submitting future work to AUFSCHLUSS.
5. Author Responsibilities
Authors are responsible for:
- Proper Attribution: Ensuring all sources are correctly cited and acknowledged in their manuscripts, following the citation style specified by the journal.
- Ethical Writing Practices: Engaging in ethical writing practices and avoiding any form of plagiarism in their submissions.
6. Reporting Plagiarism
If plagiarism is suspected in a submitted or published manuscript, individuals should report their concerns to the editorial office. Reports should include detailed information regarding the suspected plagiarism.
7. Commitment to Ethical Publishing
AUFSCHLUSS is dedicated to promoting ethical publishing practices within the academic community. We encourage transparency, accountability, and integrity in all aspects of research and publication.