Publication Ethics

Tekno Medika: Medical Laboratory Technology is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. This statement explains the ethical behavior expected from all parties involved in the publishing process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

Ethical Guidelines for Authors

Authors must ensure that:

The manuscript is original, has not been published previously, and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
All data presented are accurate, authentic, and obtained through ethical research practices.
Proper acknowledgment of the work of others is provided through appropriate citation and referencing.
All individuals who have made significant contributions to the research are listed as authors.
Any potential conflicts of interest are clearly disclosed.
Research involving human participants or biological samples has received approval from an appropriate ethics committee.
Plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, and image manipulation are strictly prohibited.

Ethical Guidelines for Editors

Editors are responsible for:

Making publication decisions based on the academic merit, originality, and relevance of the manuscript.
Ensuring a fair, unbiased, and confidential peer-review process.
Avoiding conflicts of interest in the editorial decision-making process.
Maintaining the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and reviewer identities.
Taking appropriate action in cases of suspected ethical misconduct, including plagiarism or duplicate publication.

Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

Conduct reviews objectively, constructively, and within the agreed timeframe.
Maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and not use unpublished material for personal advantage.
Identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors.
Declare any conflicts of interest and decline to review manuscripts where such conflicts exist.

Ethical Guidelines for the Publisher

The publisher is committed to:

Supporting the editorial team in maintaining ethical standards and editorial independence.
Ensuring that commercial interests do not influence editorial decisions.
Providing transparent and responsible publishing practices.

Handling of Ethical Misconduct

In cases of alleged or proven misconduct, Tekno Medika: Medical Laboratory Technology will follow COPE guidelines to investigate and resolve the issue. Actions may include manuscript rejection, article retraction, or notification of relevant institutions.