Editorial Policies

Editorial Independence

SENTAM Journals maintains strict editorial independence. Our editorial decisions are based solely on academic merit and are not influenced by commercial, political, or personal interests. We are committed to:

• Fair and unbiased peer review processes
• Transparent editorial decision-making
• Protection of author and reviewer confidentiality
• Maintenance of high academic standards

Editorial Board

Our editorial board consists of distinguished scholars and researchers from various disciplines. Board members are selected based on:

• Academic excellence and research contributions
• Experience in peer review and editorial processes
• Commitment to open access publishing
• Diversity in geographical and institutional representation

Editorial board members serve on a voluntary basis and are not compensated for their editorial work.

Peer Review Process

All submissions to SENTAM Journals undergo rigorous peer review:

• Double-blind review: Both authors and reviewers remain anonymous
• Expert evaluation: Manuscripts are reviewed by at least two qualified experts
• Constructive feedback: Reviewers provide detailed comments to help authors improve their work
• Timely decisions: We aim to complete the review process within 4-6 weeks

Publication Ethics

SENTAM Journals adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics:

• Originality: All submissions must be original and not previously published
• Authorship: All authors must have made significant contributions to the research
• Conflicts of interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest
• Data integrity: Research data must be accurate and reproducible

Retraction and Corrections

We are committed to maintaining the integrity of the scientific record:

• Corrections: Minor errors may be corrected through errata
• Retractions: Serious ethical violations or errors may result in article retraction
• Transparency: All corrections and retractions are clearly marked and explained

Appeals Process

Authors may appeal editorial decisions under certain circumstances:

• Appeals must be submitted within 30 days of the decision
• Appeals should provide specific reasons for reconsideration
• Appeals are reviewed by the editor-in-chief or a designated senior editor
• Decisions on appeals are final