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Allegations of Research Misconduct
JIFTECH: Journal of Islamic Financial Technology
JIFTECH: Journal of Islamic Financial Technology (E-ISSN: 2829-1050) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity, research ethics, transparency, and accountability in scholarly publishing.
The journal promotes responsible research and innovation in Islamic financial technology, Islamic banking technology, financial technology, and the digital economy. All allegations of research and publication misconduct are assessed fairly, objectively, and confidentially, with due consideration for established publication ethics principles, including applicable guidance from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Types of Research and Publication Misconduct
Research and publication misconduct may include, but is not limited to, the following practices.
Fabrication of Data
Inventing data, survey responses, interview findings, financial records, or research results that have not actually been obtained or observed.
Falsification of Data
Manipulating research materials, datasets, digital transaction records, analytical procedures, or results to misrepresent research findings.
Plagiarism
Using another person's ideas, words, data, figures, software, or intellectual contributions without proper acknowledgment or citation.
Duplicate or Redundant Publication
Publishing substantially overlapping research without appropriate disclosure, justification, or acknowledgment of previously published work.
Improper Authorship
Including individuals who have not made substantial scholarly contributions, omitting eligible contributors, or misrepresenting author contributions.
Peer-Review Manipulation
Compromising peer-review independence through fabricated reviewer identities, inappropriate influence, or interference with editorial decisions.
Undisclosed Conflicts of Interest
Failing to disclose financial, professional, personal, or institutional interests that could improperly influence research or editorial decisions.
Misuse of Digital Technologies
Misrepresenting fintech datasets, blockchain information, artificial intelligence outputs, software analyses, or other digital research evidence.
Research Ethics Violations
Failing to apply appropriate ethical safeguards, informed consent where required, or protection of confidential information involving research participants.
Other Unethical Practices
Any other practices that undermine the originality, accuracy, transparency, reliability, or ethical integrity of scholarly research.
Handling Allegations
Allegations may be submitted by authors, reviewers, editors, readers, researchers, institutions, or other parties with reasonable grounds for concern. Supporting evidence should be provided whenever possible.
The editorial team assesses the nature, credibility, and relevance of the allegation.
The matter is handled objectively and confidentially, with appropriate protection for all parties.
Relevant authors or parties are given a reasonable opportunity to explain the circumstances and provide evidence.
Where reasonable grounds exist, the journal may examine research records, consult independent experts, and request additional documentation.
The journal may contact the author's affiliated institution, research ethics committee, funding organization, or other relevant authority when necessary.
The editorial team determines proportionate action based on available evidence, responses, and applicable publication ethics standards.
Possible Editorial Actions
Depending on the seriousness and findings of the case, JIFTECH may take one or more of the following actions.
Request explanations, supporting documents, or revisions.
Reject submissions with substantiated or unresolved serious concerns.
Correct errors or misleading information in published articles.
Inform readers when significant concerns remain under investigation.
Retract published work when justified by the evidence and applicable standards.
Notify appropriate institutions or authorities when warranted.
Fairness, Confidentiality, and Due Process
An allegation does not constitute proof of misconduct. All cases will be evaluated based on available evidence, responses from relevant parties, and applicable ethical standards.
JIFTECH distinguishes honest errors and methodological limitations from deliberate misconduct. Honest mistakes or academic disagreements will not automatically be treated as research misconduct. Investigations and editorial actions will be proportionate, impartial, and consistent with the protection of the scholarly record.
Reporting Suspected Misconduct
JIFTECH encourages members of the academic community to report suspected research or publication misconduct through the journal's official contact channels. Reports should clearly describe the concern and include supporting evidence whenever available.
All reports will be assessed seriously and handled in accordance with the journal's editorial policies and applicable publication ethics principles.
Integrity. Transparency. Responsible Financial Innovation.
E-ISSN: 2829-1050
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