The Journal of Islamic Art Studies is committed to ensuring the originality of all published scholarly work and managing any instances of plagiarism in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All submitted manuscripts are screened prior to peer review using validated similarity-detection software (e.g., iThenticate or an equivalent system approved by the Ministry of Science). The overall similarity threshold is set at 20%, with a maximum of 5% similarity from a single source, subject to final evaluation by the Editor-in-Chief and the journal’s Ethics Committee.
Plagiarism is among the most common forms of research misconduct. Researchers are expected to cite all sources properly and maintain accurate notes. Presenting the work of others as one’s own constitutes plagiarism, even if done unintentionally. When reviewing materials, such as grant proposals or manuscripts under peer review researchers must recognize that unpublished or non-public works cannot be used as references or incorporated into their own research.
Examples of plagiarism include, but are not limited to:
· Direct copying of text from other sources.
· Copying ideas, images, or data from other sources.
· Reusing text from one’s own previous publications without proper citation.
· Adopting ideas from other sources with only minor language modifications.
· Listing authors who have not contributed to the manuscript.
· Claiming results or findings from others as one’s own.
· Misrepresenting or falsifying results contrary to actual scientific findings.
All manuscripts submitted to the journal are carefully reviewed, and any evidence of fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism will be handled according to COPE guidelines. If such issues are identified during peer review, the manuscript may be rejected. If they are discovered post-publication, the journal reserves the right to issue a correction or retract the article. The journal also reserves the right to inform the authors’ affiliated institutions regarding any detected misconduct, either before or after publication.
Submission of a manuscript via the journal’s website notifies all listed authors. If an individual listed as an author has not contributed to the writing, including their name constitutes a primary authorship responsibility. Authors are required to respond promptly to email notifications, and they bear responsibility for the originality of their work. The journal retains full rights to investigate and act upon any cases of plagiarism.
Plagiarism cases are reviewed rigorously to uphold the integrity of research and protect authors’ contributions, without exception. Potential consequences include:
· Non-acceptance or removal of the manuscript from the journal’s website.
· Listing the authors on the publisher’s blacklist.
· Legal action through competent authorities.
· Sharing cases of confirmed plagiarism with relevant domestic and international journals via official correspondence.
· Notification to the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, databases, universities, institutions, and journals, especially if publication fees were involved.
In accordance with COPE guidelines, the following procedure is followed:
1. Initial Screening: Similarity check using software and expert assessment by the subject editor.
2. Notification to Corresponding Author: Submission of the similarity report with a request for clarification.
3. Ethics Committee Review: Evaluation of the author’s explanation and decision on correction, rejection, or further action.
4. Possible Actions:
· Requesting revision of problematic sections.
· Rejection before peer review.
· Rejection and temporary prohibition on resubmission.
· In serious cases, notification to supervisory organizations according to COPE regulations.