Complaints & Appeals Policy

Complaints & Appeals Policy

The International Invention of Scientific Journal (IISJ) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial integrity, fairness, and transparency. This policy outlines the procedures for submitting and handling complaints and appeals related to editorial decisions and journal practices.

1. Scope of Complaints

Complaints may relate to, but are not limited to:

  • Editorial decisions (acceptance or rejection of manuscripts)
  • Alleged breaches of publication ethics (e.g., plagiarism, data misconduct)
  • Undisclosed conflicts of interest
  • Errors in published articles
  • Issues related to the peer review or editorial process

2. Submission of Complaints

Complaints must be submitted in writing to the editorial office:

Email: editor@iisj.in

The complaint should include:

  • Full name and contact details of the complainant
  • Manuscript ID (if applicable)
  • A clear and detailed description of the concern
  • Supporting documents or evidence (if available)

3. Review and Resolution

  • All complaints will be acknowledged within 7 working days
  • The Editorial Board will conduct a fair, unbiased, and confidential investigation
  • Decisions will be based solely on evidence and journal policies, without discrimination based on nationality, affiliation, or personal factors

4. Appeals Process

Authors who disagree with an editorial decision may submit an appeal under the following conditions:

  • Appeals must be submitted within 30 days of the decision
  • The appeal must clearly state the grounds for reconsideration with supporting evidence
  • Appeals should be addressed to the Editor-in-Chief

The Editorial Board will review the appeal and communicate the final decision in writing. The decision of the Board will be considered final.

5. Confidentiality and Transparency

  • All complaints and appeals are handled with strict confidentiality
  • All parties involved are treated fairly and without bias
  • Personal information is protected in accordance with the journal’s Privacy Policy

Ethical Compliance

This policy is implemented in line with best practices recommended by:

  • Committee on Publication Ethics

Objective

This policy ensures:

  • Fair and transparent handling of complaints and appeals
  • Accountability in editorial decision-making
  • Trust and confidence among authors, reviewers, and readers