Journal Policy

Journal Policy

The Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovations and Therapeutic Horizons (JPITH) operates under a robust framework of policies to ensure transparency, academic integrity, and the highest standards of research quality. These policies govern the submission, review, and publication process and promote ethical practices among authors, reviewers, and editors.

 

  1. Open Access Policy

JPITH is an open-access journal, ensuring all published content is freely accessible to the global research community without subscription fees.

  • Published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing for sharing, adaptation, and reuse with proper attribution.

 

  1. Peer Review Policy
  • JPITH follows a double-blind peer review process, where both the authors and reviewers remain anonymous to ensure impartial evaluation.
  • Manuscripts are reviewed by at least two experts in the relevant field, with a focus on originality, methodological rigor, and contribution to the field.

 

  1. Submission Policy
  • Manuscripts must be submitted online through the journal's submission portal.
  • Only original, unpublished work not under consideration elsewhere will be reviewed.
  • Authors must adhere to the journal’s Author Guidelines regarding formatting, citation, and ethical compliance.

 

  1. Publication Ethics

JPITH upholds the highest ethical standards as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

  • Plagiarism, data falsification, and other forms of misconduct are strictly prohibited.
  • Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any conflicts of interest.

 

  1. Article Processing Charges (APC)

To sustain its open-access model, JPITH applies the following APCs upon manuscript acceptance:

  • For Authors from India: INR 2200
  • For International Authors: USD 60
  • Waivers or discounts may be provided for authors with limited funding upon request.

 

  1. Anti-Plagiarism Policy
  • All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin or iThenticate).
  • Manuscripts with a similarity index exceeding 20% are flagged for revision or rejection.
  • Proven cases of plagiarism result in manuscript rejection and potential blacklisting.

 

  1. Copyright Policy
  • Authors retain copyright of their work and agree to publish under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).
  • Authors may freely share and distribute their published articles with proper acknowledgment of JPITH.

 

  1. Withdrawal and Retraction Policy
  • Withdrawal: Authors may request withdrawal of a manuscript prior to final acceptance.
  • Retraction: Published articles found to violate ethical standards (e.g., plagiarism, data falsification) will be retracted, with a retraction notice issued to inform readers.

 

  1. Archiving and Preservation Policy

JPITH ensures long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content through partnerships with reputable digital repositories and archiving services.

 

  1. Privacy Policy
  • Personal information collected during submission and peer review is kept confidential and used solely for journal purposes.
  • JPITH does not share personal data with third parties without consent.
  1. Appeals and Complaints Policy
  • Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a written justification.
  • Complaints regarding ethical or procedural concerns are addressed transparently by the editorial team, with final decisions made by the Editor-in-Chief.

 

  1. Advertising and Sponsorship Policy

JPITH accepts advertisements and sponsorships that align with the journal's mission. All advertisements are reviewed for appropriateness and compliance with ethical standards.