Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism Policy for "Sports Science and Health Advances"

At "Sports Science and Health Advances," we uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. Plagiarism, including the use of someone else's ideas, words, or work without proper attribution, is a serious violation of these principles. To ensure the originality and authenticity of the research published in our journal, we have established the following Plagiarism Policy:

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of presenting someone else's work, ideas, or words as one's own without giving proper credit to the original source. It includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  1. Copying and pasting text from another source without appropriate citation.
  2. Paraphrasing or rephrasing another person's work without proper attribution.
  3. Presenting substantial portions of someone else's work as one's own.
  4. Using images, figures, tables, or other media without permission or proper citation.
  5. Self-plagiarism, which involves reusing one's own previously published work without proper acknowledgment.

Editorial Review and Plagiarism Detection

All submitted manuscripts to "Sports Science and Health Advances" undergo a thorough editorial review process. As part of this process, we employ plagiarism detection software to screen the manuscripts for potential instances of plagiarism or improper citation. The software compares the submitted work against a vast database of published materials and online sources.

Plagiarism Investigation

If plagiarism or any form of academic misconduct is suspected in a submitted manuscript, the editorial team will initiate a thorough investigation. This may include examining the similarities between the submitted work and existing publications, contacting the authors for clarification or explanation, and seeking expert opinions when necessary.

Acceptable Similarity Range

"Sports Science and Health Advances" acknowledges that in some cases, a certain level of similarity may be unavoidable, especially when citing and paraphrasing existing literature. Therefore, we allow a maximum similarity index of 10% as measured by the plagiarism detection software. Any similarity beyond this threshold will be considered potential plagiarism and subject to further investigation.

Consequences of Plagiarism:

If plagiarism is detected in a manuscript submitted to "Sports Science and Health Advances," the following actions may be taken:

  • Rejection: The manuscript may be rejected without further consideration, and the authors will be notified of the reasons for rejection.
  • Retraction: If plagiarism is identified in an already published article, it will be retracted from the journal, and a notice of retraction will be published, clearly stating the reasons for retraction.
  • Reporting: In cases of severe plagiarism or repeated offenses, the matter may be reported to the authors' institutions, funding agencies, or other relevant authorities for further investigation and appropriate action.

Proper Citation and Attribution

Authors submitting manuscripts to "Sports Science and Health Advances" are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and providing accurate and complete citations. It is essential to acknowledge and properly attribute all sources used, including direct quotations, paraphrased material, and ideas or concepts derived from others.

Educational and Awareness Efforts

"Sports Science and Health Advances" is committed to promoting awareness and education regarding plagiarism and responsible research practices. We provide resources and guidelines for authors on proper citation, referencing, and avoiding plagiarism. We also encourage authors to familiarize themselves with the ethical guidelines and policies of relevant professional organizations and institutions.

By enforcing this Plagiarism Policy, "Sports Science and Health Advances" aims to maintain the highest standards of integrity and originality in scientific research. We strive to protect the intellectual property rights of authors, foster a culture of academic honesty, and ensure the credibility and trustworthiness of the published work in our journal.