Editorial Policies

Pantheon Academic is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of our publishing activities. Below you’ll find the guidelines we uphold for editors, authors, reviewers, and staff.

Overview

The following ethical guidelines apply to editors, authors, reviewers, and staff involved in The Standard Series. By adhering to these principles, Pantheon Academic ensures the integrity and trustworthiness of our scholarly publications.

For Editors

Fairness & Integrity: Editors must ensure unbiased evaluation based on merit, originality, and relevance.
Confidentiality: Submitted manuscripts remain confidential, disclosed only to participants in the publication process.
Conflict of Interest: Editors must declare conflicts and recuse themselves when necessary.
Ethical Oversight: Uphold editorial independence and ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, free from external influence.

For Authors

Originality & Plagiarism: Work must be original, with proper citations; plagiarism is prohibited.
Data Integrity: Data must be accurate, reproducible, and free from fabrication.
Authorship: Only contributors who significantly participated should be credited.
Ethical Compliance: Human or animal studies require ethical approvals; prior dissemination must be disclosed.
Conflicts of Interest: Disclose relevant conflicts; do not submit to multiple journals simultaneously.

For Reviewers

Confidentiality: Manuscripts must be treated as confidential.
Objectivity & Citation: Reviews must be unbiased; note any missing citations or overlap with existing work.
Conflict of Interest: Disclose conflicts and recuse if necessary.

For Staff

Staff must maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and impartiality in all publication-related interactions. They should offer clear guidance to authors, reviewers, and editors, proactively address concerns, and uphold the integrity of our publishing process.

Addressing Ethical Violations

Reporting: Suspected breaches should be reported to the editorial office with supporting evidence.
Investigation: The editorial team conducts impartial inquiries, consulting experts or institutions as needed.
Consequences: May include retraction, institutional notification, or submission bans.
Transparency: Findings may be shared with relevant parties or publicly disclosed when necessary.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

Pantheon Academic is dedicated to creating a transparent, rigorous, and trustworthy scholarly environment. By adhering to these policies, we promote accountability, excellence, and the advancement of knowledge for the benefit of the global academic community.