Publication Ethics

Techniques Sciences Méthodes (TSM) Journal is proudly indexed in Scopus and committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity and author support.
We believe publishing should be fair, transparent, and welcoming for every author — whether experienced or just starting your academic journey.

✅ 1. Responsibilities of Authors (Easy, Simple & Friendly)

Be Original

Please submit your own work. If you use ideas or words from others, just cite them.
This protects you and helps us maintain the Scopus indexing quality standards.

Be Honest With Your Data

Share real, accurate findings. Avoid:

  • Plagiarism
  • Fake or modified data
  • Submitting the same paper to multiple journals

These rules ensure your paper meets Scopus ethical requirements.

List Authors Correctly

Include only people who truly contributed.
Everyone should approve the final manuscript before submission.

Be Transparent

Disclose any funding or conflicts of interest (if any). This supports research clarity and Scopus compliance.

✅ 2. What Authors Can Expect From TSM Journal

Fair & Respectful Review

We treat every author equally — regardless of country, institution, or background — following Scopus best practices.

Double-Blind Peer Review

Both author and reviewer identities remain hidden to guarantee fairness.

Confidential Handling of Your Manuscript

Your submitted manuscript remains private.
Your ideas will never be misused — this is an important Scopus requirement.

✅ 3. How Reviewers Support You

Reviewers help improve your paper by providing:

  • Constructive comments
  • Respectful communication
  • Ethical, unbiased evaluation

They maintain strict confidentiality and decline reviews if they have conflicts of interest.

✅ 4. Handling Ethical Concerns – Supportive & Author-Friendly

If a concern arises, we:

  • Contact the author privately
  • Ask for clarification
  • Help resolve honest mistakes
  • Only take strong action in clear cases of intentional misconduct

Our approach prioritizes understanding and correction, not punishment.

✅ 5. Corrections, Clarifications & Retractions

If a published article needs correction:

  • Small mistakes → We issue a Correction Notice
  • Major issues → We discuss with authors and follow COPE & Scopus guidelines

We always communicate respectfully and transparently with authors.

💠 Commitment to Scopus Standards

As a Scopus-indexed journal, TSM ensures:

  • Ethical publishing practices
  • Transparent peer review
  • Academic integrity
  • Long-term archiving
  • Global accessibility
  • Quality improvement processes

By following these ethics, your paper maintains credibility and qualifies for global visibility through Scopus indexing.

🌱 Our Promise to Authors

At TSM Journal, you will always find:
✨ A supportive editorial team
✨ A clear and smooth publication process
✨ Respectful communication
✨ Fair evaluation
✨ Guidance for new researchers
✨ High global visibility through Scopus

Publishing should be friendly, fair, and author-centered — and we are dedicated to making your experience positive.