At JOURNAL by VISWAM PUBLICATIONS, we emphasize the importance of proper citation practices to ensure academic integrity and the responsible dissemination of knowledge. This citation policy outlines how authors should cite sources submitted to their journal.
1. General Guidelines
Accurate Attribution: Authors should properly cite all sources used in their manuscript, including research articles, books, websites, datasets, and other materials referenced in the text. Proper citation is important to avoid plagiarism and maintain the integrity of scholarly work.
Citing Data and Software: Authors should cite datasets, software, and other non-traditional sources in accordance with relevant citation standards (e.g., DataCite, Zenodo) and include permanent identifiers such as DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers) whenever available.
Self-citation: Authors may cite their own previous work if it is relevant to the current manuscript. However, excessive self-citation should be avoided to maintain objectivity and impartiality.
2. Citation Style
Preferred Citation Style: The Journal by VISWAM PUBLICATIONS uses APA style for all references and in-text citations. Authors should consistently follow this style throughout the manuscript.
Reference List: All references cited in the manuscript should be listed in a separate reference section at the end of the paper, formatted according to the chosen citation style.
3. Plagiarism and Ethics
Prevention of Plagiarism: Authors should ensure that all direct quotes, in-text content, and ideas derived from other works are properly cited. Failure to do so constitutes plagiarism, which is a serious violation of academic ethics.
Fair Use of Sources: Authors should cite only content that directly supports the content of their work. All sources should be cited for ideas, data, or text that are not the author’s own. Authors are responsible if they misquote or misquote other researchers when citing their work.
4. Citation of Preprints and Unpublished Works
Preprints: Authors may cite preprints (research papers that are publicly available before formal peer review). When citing preprints, a DOI or permanent link must be provided.
Accepted Manuscripts: Authors may cite manuscripts that have been accepted for publication in a JOURNAL published by VISWAM PUBLICATIONS but have not yet been published. These should be referred to as “in press.”
5. Correction of Citation Errors
Post-Publication: If authors discover citation errors in their published work, they should immediately notify the Editorial Office. Corrections will be handled in accordance with the Journal’s Errors Policy.
Contact Information
For further guidance on citation practices or any questions about citation, please contact the Editorial Office at:
Viswam Publications
https://viswampublications.com/contact-us/
Conclusion
Proper citation is essential to maintaining the integrity of academic research and promoting responsible knowledge exchange. At JOURNAL by VISWAM PUBLICATIONS, we expect authors to adhere to these citation standards to ensure that all sources are properly acknowledged and that our publications contribute to the current advancement of science. Please read the Guidelines for Authors for more detailed information.