Privacy Statement
This journal is dedicated to protecting the privacy of its authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and users of its web site.
Personal information will be used solely for the appropriate editorial, academic, administrative, and publication purposes.
Information That May Be Collected
| Information Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Personal Information | Name, professional title |
| Professional Information | Institutional affiliation |
| Contact Information | Email address |
| Researcher Information | ORCID or researcher identifier |
| Manuscript Information | Manuscript files and submission details |
| Reviewer Information | Reviewer records and assessments |
| Communication Records | Editorial correspondence |
How Information May Be Used
Information may be processed to:
- Manage manuscript submissions
- Coordinate peer review
- Communicate editorial decisions
- Maintain publication records
- Respond to enquiries
- Manage editorial operations
- Address research integrity matters
Privacy Principles
The journal is committed to ensuring that:
- Personal data is used appropriately.
- Access is restricted to those who should have access.
- The manuscript and peer review data is handled as confidential.
- The information is not misused for any other commercial purpose.
- It is properly protected when third party service providers are involved.
The journal keeps necessary records for as long as it deems necessary for scholarly, editing and administrative purposes.
The privacy statement is subject to change from time to time depending on technological advancements in publishing and/or legislation.
