Peer review is a cornerstone of scientific publishing, ensuring the rigorous evaluation and dissemination of research. Expert reviewers, carefully selected by the editorial team, assess each submission’s strengths and weaknesses to improve the quality of the work and help identify the highest-value material for publication.

Reviewers are chosen based on their subject expertise, objectivity, and research background; they should not have any competing interests related to the manuscript. Qualified reviewers are expected to provide professional, constructive, timely, and honest feedback.

A high-quality review should:

• Highlight key strengths and weaknesses in study design and methodology.

• Evaluate the author’s interpretation and acknowledgment of limitations.

• Assess the clarity and communication quality of the manuscript.

• Flag any ethical concerns or signs of poor scientific conduct.

• Offer clear, actionable suggestions to help authors improve their work.

The editorial team monitors reviewer performance and may edit or withhold reviews if necessary. All reviewer feedback is confidential; manuscripts must not be shared or used for personal purposes before publication.

The journal will clearly indicate which articles undergo peer review and periodically publish data on acceptance rates, review timelines, and editorial practices to ensure transparency and uphold standards.

Plagiarism is the wrongful appropriation, stealing, and publication of another author’s language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions, while falsely representing them as original work. It is widely recognized as a form of academic dishonesty and a breach of journalistic ethics.

In academia and research, plagiarism is a serious ethical offense that can lead to sanctions, penalties, suspension, or even expulsion. Although plagiarism is not always a legal offense, it can lead to copyright infringement, depending on the nature of the work. While copyright infringement is punishable by law, plagiarism is usually governed by institutional policies and addressed by educational institutions, professional organizations, and publishing entities.

Types of Plagiarism
Direct Plagiarism – Copying content word-for-word without attribution.
Self-Plagiarism – Republishing one's own work without proper citation.
Mosaic Plagiarism – Reusing phrases or ideas from different sources without proper acknowledgment.
Accidental Plagiarism – Failing to cite sources correctly due to negligence.

How to Avoid Plagiarism?

To maintain the integrity of research and academic work, authors should take the following measures:

Use Plagiarism Detection Software – Check your content using plagiarism-checking tools before submission.
Seek Expert Review – Have your paper reviewed by experts to ensure originality and accuracy.
Create Original Content – Always ensure your work is unique and properly referenced.

Our Policy on Plagiarism

Scribium strictly prohibits plagiarism and considers it a serious violation of scientific ethics. Any detected or reported instances of plagiarism—whether in a manuscript under review or a published paper—will be dealt with seriously. We work closely with our Editors, Editorial Board, and Reviewers to uphold publication ethics and maintain research integrity.