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.