Post-Publication Discussions

In alignment with the COPE Core Practices regarding post-publication discussions and corrections, welcomes constructive communication with the editors concerning potential errors, ethical concerns, or scientific integrity issues, provided that all raised matters are substantiated by solid scientific evidence.

Initiating a Post-Publication Discussion

Authors and readers are invited to submit inquiries or comments to the Editorial Office via email using the mandatory subject line: Post-Publication Discussion: [Article DOI]. Submitted concerns must explicitly articulate the issue and be supported by verified scientific evidence. Requesters must also provide current contact details, including a valid phone number and email address.

Discussions may pertain to research methodology, data interpretation, publication ethics, reporting accuracy, or omitted declarations. All submissions must remain strictly centered on the academic substance of the work, abstain from personal attacks, and safeguard the privacy and confidentiality of research participants.

Editorial Assessment Process

The editorial team will evaluate and review all submitted inquiries, seeking clarification from the authors concerned when necessary. Independent subject experts, institutional bodies, or research ethics committees may also be consulted to assist in evidence verification and fact-finding.

Comments and author responses deemed appropriate may be published as linked correspondence following rigorous editorial evaluation. Acceptance for publication remains at the sole discretion of the editors and is not guaranteed.

Corrections and Other Editorial Notices

Correction Notice

A formal correction (Erratum or Corrigendum) may be issued to rectify minor errors, oversights, or omissions that do not compromise the overall validity or reliability of the article's core findings. This includes amending inaccurate, incomplete, or omitted author disclosures and administrative details.

Expression of Concern

An Expression of Concern may be published to notify the scientific community and readers of substantial unresolved integrity issues while a comprehensive editorial review or formal institutional investigation remains actively underway.

Article Retraction

A formal Retraction may be issued when an article’s findings are demonstrated to be fundamentally unreliable, or when severe ethical breaches compromise the scientific validity and integrity of the publication. Retraction decisions must be grounded in objective evidence and executed in strict alignment with COPE Retraction Guidelines, as delineated in the journal's Retraction Policy.