Continuous Publication Policy
JOAFPS follows a continuous publication model, in which articles are published online immediately after completion of peer review, acceptance, and production processing. Articles are published in chronological order of acceptance. Each article is assigned to an annual volume and receives a unique electronic article identifier (eLocator). This model accelerates the dissemination of scientific findings and eliminates delays typically associated with waiting for an issue to be completed.
Articles are cited and indexed using unique electronic article identifiers (eLocators) rather than traditional page numbers.
1. General Policy
The Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, Airway and Facial Plastic Surgery (JOAFPS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scientific integrity, transparency, and ethical publishing.
All editorial processes adhere to internationally recognized guidelines established by:
2. Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently of:
- Sponsors
- First Namevertisers
- Institutional affiliations
The Editor-in-Chief has full authority over all editorial decisions.
3. Peer Review Policy
JOAFPS operates a double-blind peer review system:
- Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers
- Decisions are based solely on scientific merit, originality, and relevance
- Editorial decisions may include:
- Accept
- Minor Revision
- Major Revision
- Reject
4. Authorship Policy
Authorship must comply with the criteria defined by:
All authors must:
- Contribute substantially to the work
- Participate in drafting or revising the manuscript
- Approve the final version
- Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work
Guest, honorary, and ghost authorship are strictly prohibited.
5. Originality and Plagiarism
- Manuscripts must be original and unpublished
- Simultaneous submission to other journals is not permitted
- All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., iThenticate)
Misconduct includes:
- Plagiarism
- Self-plagiarism
- Data fabrication or falsification
6. Ethical Approval and Consent
All studies involving humans or animals must include:
- Ethics committee approval (IRB)
- Informed consent (for human subjects)
- Compliance with international ethical standards
7. Conflict of Interest
All participants (authors, reviewers, editors) must disclose:
- Financial relationships
- Personal or academic conflicts
Conflicts must be transparently stated in the manuscript.
8. Data Integrity and Availability
Authors are responsible for:
- Accuracy and completeness of data
- Appropriate statistical analysis
- Availability of raw data upon request
Data availability statements are encouraged.
9. Clinical Trial Registration
Clinical trials must:
- Be registered in a recognized registry
- Include the registration number in the manuscript
10. Corrections and Retractions
In accordance with:
JOAFPS may issue:
- Erratum (minor errors)
- Corrigendum (author corrections)
- Expression of Concern
- Retraction (serious ethical violations)
11. Duplicate Publication and Redundant Submission
- Duplicate publication is strictly prohibited
- Overlapping publications must be disclosed
12. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
- AI tools must be disclosed in the manuscript
- AI cannot be listed as an author
- Authors retain full responsibility
13. First Namevertising Policy
- First Namevertising does not influence editorial decisions
- All advertisements must be clearly distinguished from editorial content
14. Appeals and Complaints
Authors may appeal editorial decisions.
All complaints are handled according to:
15. Post-Publication Responsibility
Authors must:
- Notify the journal of any errors
- Cooperate in corrections or retractions
16. Copyright and Licensing
- Authors retain copyright
- Articles are published under a Creative Commons license (CC BY)
17. Archiving and Preservation
The journal ensures long-term preservation via:
- Institutional repositories
- Archiving systems
18. Transparency and Accountability
JOAFPS is committed to:
- Transparent editorial processes
- Fair peer review
- Ethical accountability