Editorial Policies

The Journal of Clinical Nephrology (JCN) is committed to upholding the highest editorial standards to ensure the integrity, transparency, and quality of published research. Our editorial policies are designed to maintain rigorous peer review, ethical research practices, and adherence to international publication guidelines.

Peer Review Process

All submissions to JCN undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure scientific accuracy and originality. Our peer review process includes the following steps:

  • Initial manuscript screening for scope, format, and ethical compliance.
  • Assignment of at least two independent experts for a double-blind review.
  • Evaluation based on scientific merit, originality, clarity, and significance.
  • Constructive feedback provided to authors for revision and improvement.
  • Final editorial decision based on reviewer recommendations and quality standards.

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Ethical Standards

The JCN follows ethical publishing guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors, reviewers, and editors must adhere to the following ethical principles:

  • Plagiarism Prevention: All submissions are screened for plagiarism using advanced detection tools.
  • Data Integrity: Authors must ensure data transparency and provide raw data upon request.
  • Human & Animal Research Ethics: Studies involving human subjects must have IRB approval, and animal studies must comply with ethical standards.
  • Informed Consent: Authors must obtain patient consent for case reports or identifiable data.
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure: All authors and reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

Authorship & Contributions

To ensure transparency in authorship, JCN follows the ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) authorship criteria:

  • All listed authors must have made substantial contributions to the study.
  • Contributions should be clearly defined in the manuscript submission.
  • All authors must approve the final manuscript before submission.
  • Ghostwriting or honorary authorship is strictly prohibited.

Manuscript Submission & Processing

Authors must adhere to the journal’s submission guidelines. Key policies include:

  • Manuscripts should follow the standard format outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • Submissions must be original and not under consideration in other journals.
  • All research must be supported by relevant references and acknowledgments.
  • Manuscripts must be submitted through our online submission system.

Corrections, Retractions & Post-Publication Updates

The JCN takes post-publication issues seriously and follows strict guidelines for corrections and retractions:

  • Corrections: Minor errors (e.g., typographical mistakes) may be corrected via errata.
  • Retractions: Articles with major ethical breaches or data manipulation may be retracted.
  • Post-Publication Discussions: The journal welcomes letters to the editor regarding published content.

Conflicts of Interest

All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence their work. Examples of conflicts include:

  • Financial relationships with pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies.
  • Personal or professional relationships that may bias judgment.
  • Competing research or intellectual property interests.

Editorial Independence

The editorial team of JCN operates independently, ensuring that:

  • All editorial decisions are based on scientific merit, not external influences.
  • Advertising and sponsorship do not affect editorial content.
  • Submissions are judged fairly, regardless of authors’ affiliations.

Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism is strictly prohibited in JCN. The journal employs advanced plagiarism detection software to screen all submissions. Actions for plagiarism include:

  • Manuscript rejection for any detected plagiarism.
  • Reporting of severe plagiarism cases to affiliated institutions.
  • Retraction of published articles found to have plagiarized content.

Contact the Editorial Office

For inquiries related to editorial policies, please contact our editorial office at assistant-jcn@clinnephrologyjournal.com