Author Policies
- Licensing Policy
- Participant/Patient Privacy and Informed Consent
- English Language Editing
- Copyright Policy
- Author’s Agreement Form
- Withdrawal Policy
- Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda Policy
- Complaints Policy
- Plagiarism Policy
- Submission of Manuscript
- Sample Paper
- Open Access Policy
- APC Waiver Policy
- Rights and Grants to the Author
- Human and Animal Rights Policy
- Digital Preservation
- Check List
- Article Processing Charge
- Data Sharing Policy
- Manuscript Preparation
1. Licensing Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences operates under an open access publishing model and applies the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This licensing model allows authors to retain copyright over their works while granting the journal and others the right to freely share, distribute, remix, and build upon the content, even for commercial purposes. The only condition is that proper attribution is given to the original author(s).
This open-access approach ensures that the articles published in the journal are freely accessible to everyone without subscription fees, thereby maximizing the visibility and impact of research in the agricultural and veterinary sciences fields. The CC BY 4.0 license facilitates widespread dissemination, collaboration, and reuse of research outputs globally, fostering academic sharing and scientific advancement. Authors may reuse their own work in future publications, provided they offer appropriate citation, enhancing the flexibility and application of the work beyond the original publication.
This licensing policy is in line with global open access standards, promoting the equitable distribution of knowledge and ensuring that scientific research remains publicly available to readers, educators, policymakers, and industry practitioners.
2. Participant/Patient Privacy and Informed Consent
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences adheres to strict ethical guidelines regarding participant privacy and informed consent, especially when human subjects or animal models are involved in research. All manuscripts must include a statement verifying that informed consent was obtained from any human participants, as well as a declaration of ethical approval from an appropriate ethics committee or institutional review board (IRB).
In studies involving animals, the authors must confirm that the research followed institutional guidelines for animal welfare and that approval from an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) was obtained. Additionally, any personal or identifying data related to human participants must be anonymized or presented in a way that maintains confidentiality, in line with privacy regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
For veterinary studies involving animals, ethical considerations include ensuring proper animal care, minimizing suffering, and using the least invasive methods necessary. This policy ensures the research published in the journal complies with international ethical standards, promoting transparency and safeguarding the rights of both human and animal subjects.
3. English Language Editing
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences encourages authors, particularly non-native English speakers, to ensure that their manuscripts are written in clear and professional English. Manuscripts that are not well-written or contain significant language errors may be returned to the authors for revision before peer review.
The journal recommends that authors use professional English language editing services to improve readability, grammar, spelling, and overall clarity. Authors must confirm that the manuscript has been proofread and edited, either by themselves or a professional service, before submission. A well-written manuscript not only improves the likelihood of acceptance but also ensures that the research is accessible to a global audience.
If required, the editorial team may also suggest or facilitate language editing services. However, it is the responsibility of the authors to ensure that the final version of the manuscript meets the journal’s language standards before submission.
4. Copyright Policy
Upon acceptance of a manuscript for publication, authors are required to assign copyright to the Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences or provide a statement granting the journal exclusive publication rights. This ensures that the journal has the legal right to distribute, reproduce, and make the article available to the public in both print and digital formats.
Authors retain the right to use their work for non-commercial purposes such as sharing with colleagues, using it in academic teaching, or archiving it in institutional repositories, provided they give proper attribution to the journal. This policy is designed to protect both the intellectual property rights of the authors and the journal, ensuring that the research is disseminated widely and correctly attributed.
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences also allows authors to reuse their articles in future works or presentations, as long as they adhere to the conditions of the Creative Commons license (CC BY 4.0), thus maximizing the impact and visibility of the research.
5. Author’s Agreement Form
To formalize the submission process, the Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences requires authors to submit an Author’s Agreement Form. This form serves as a contract between the author(s) and the journal, confirming that the manuscript is an original work and has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to another journal.
The agreement also includes an acknowledgment that the authors have complied with all ethical guidelines, including obtaining informed consent for human subjects and ensuring ethical treatment of animals, where applicable. Authors are also asked to affirm that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript and agree with the contents and the submission to the journal.
In addition, the form outlines the transfer of rights to the journal and includes a commitment from the authors to make any necessary revisions in accordance with peer reviewer comments. The Author’s Agreement Form ensures that both the authors and the journal are clear on the terms of publication and intellectual property rights.
6. Withdrawal Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences recognizes that authors may, for various reasons, wish to withdraw their manuscript after submission. If an author wishes to withdraw a manuscript at any stage before acceptance, they should submit a formal withdrawal request, clearly stating the reasons for the withdrawal.
If the manuscript is under review, the author should inform the editorial team promptly to allow the journal to reallocate reviewers. Once a manuscript has been accepted or published, withdrawal requests will only be considered under exceptional circumstances, such as serious ethical concerns or unavoidable conflicts.
Withdrawals after acceptance or publication may lead to penalties or the forfeiture of fees, depending on the stage of the process. This policy is in place to ensure that the journal’s resources are efficiently managed and to maintain the integrity of the peer review and publication process.
7. Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences has clear procedures in place for handling Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda. If an author identifies an error after publication, a corrigendum may be issued to correct the mistake in the article. For significant errors that affect the validity of the research, an erratum may be published, and a formal retraction may be issued.
In cases where the integrity of the study is questioned, such as instances of data falsification, plagiarism, or other ethical violations, the journal may retract the article. Retractions will be accompanied by a clear explanation of the reasons for withdrawal, ensuring transparency for readers.
Authors are encouraged to notify the editorial board immediately if they become aware of any errors post-publication. This policy ensures that the journal maintains high standards of accuracy, integrity, and transparency.
8. Complaints Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences has a transparent Complaints Policy that allows authors, reviewers, or readers to voice concerns about the manuscript submission, peer review process, or editorial decisions. Complaints must be submitted in writing to the editorial office, and the editorial board will investigate the matter thoroughly and take appropriate action.
The journal aims to address all complaints fairly and impartially, following a clear process of resolution. If a complainant is dissatisfied with the outcome, they have the option to escalate the issue to the publisher. The goal of this policy is to maintain the journal’s credibility and to ensure the quality of the peer review and publication processes.
9. Plagiarism Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences has a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. All manuscripts undergo plagiarism screening using advanced detection software to identify any instances of copied content, including self-plagiarism.
Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are entirely original and properly cite any sources of data, text, or ideas that are not their own. If plagiarism is detected, the manuscript will be rejected immediately, and the authors may be subject to sanctions, including being banned from submitting to the journal in the future.
The journal encourages authors to properly attribute all sources and references, maintaining academic integrity and avoiding unethical research practices.
10. Submission of Manuscript
Authors are required to submit their manuscripts through the Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences’s online submission system. The manuscript should be formatted according to the journal’s submission guidelines, which include clear instructions on structure, referencing style, and required sections.
In addition to the manuscript itself, authors must submit supporting documents, including ethical approval statements (for human/animal studies), conflict-of-interest disclosures, and author agreements. The editorial team will conduct an initial screening for compliance with submission guidelines and will assign the manuscript for peer review if it meets the journal’s criteria for academic quality.
11. Sample Paper
To assist authors in formatting their manuscripts correctly, the Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences provides a Sample Paper template on its website. This template serves as a model for authors, demonstrating the appropriate structure, layout, and style required for submission.
The sample paper includes proper section headings, formatting for references, figure legends, and tables. Authors should follow the guidelines in the sample paper to ensure that their manuscript complies with the journal’s submission standards. Adhering to the template increases the chances of a smooth submission process and reduces delays caused by formatting issues.
12. Open Access Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences follows an open access policy, meaning that all published articles are freely available to anyone with internet access. This policy allows researchers, students, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world to access the latest research without financial barriers.
The journal’s open access model is designed to maximize the reach and impact of published work in the fields of agricultural and veterinary sciences. Authors may also choose to license their articles under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted sharing and reuse of the content, provided that the original author is credited.
13. APC Waiver Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences offers an APC (Article Processing Charge) Waiver Policy for authors from low-income countries or those with financial constraints. Authors who cannot afford the APC may apply for a waiver during the submission process.
The waiver request will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, considering the author’s financial situation and the nature of the research. The goal of this policy is to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent valuable research from being published in an open-access format, promoting diversity in global research dissemination.
14. Rights and Grants to the Author
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences grants authors full copyright over their work under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), provided the work is properly attributed. This allows authors to retain control over their intellectual property while making it freely available to the public for use and redistribution.
Authors also grant the journal exclusive rights to publish and distribute the work upon acceptance. The rights to reuse the material in other works remain with the author, as long as the appropriate citation to the journal is made.
15. Human and Animal Rights Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences requires that all research involving human participants or animals adhere to ethical guidelines set by recognized institutions. For human subjects, authors must provide evidence of informed consent and ethical approval by an institutional review board (IRB). For animal research, authors must confirm that the study complies with institutional animal care and use committee (IACUC) standards.
This policy is in place to ensure that all research published in the journal meets high ethical standards and protects the welfare of both human and animal subjects involved in the research.
16. Digital Preservation
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences is committed to the long-term digital preservation of its content. All articles published by the journal are archived in trusted digital repositories to ensure continued access to the research.
The journal follows international best practices for digital preservation, including collaborating with recognized archiving services like CLOCKSS and Portico, ensuring that content remains accessible in perpetuity, even if the journal's website or platform experiences technical issues.
17. Check List
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences provides a Submission Checklist for authors to ensure that their manuscript is ready for submission. This checklist includes items such as manuscript formatting, proper referencing, required documentation (e.g., ethical approval), and any conflict-of-interest declarations.
Authors are encouraged to review the checklist carefully before submitting their manuscript to prevent delays in the review process due to missing documents or formatting errors. This policy ensures that the submission process is as efficient as possible.
18. Article Processing Charge
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences requires an Article Processing Charge (APC) to cover the costs associated with publication, including peer review, editorial management, and online hosting. The APC is payable upon acceptance of the manuscript.
The charge is necessary for maintaining the journal's open access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available to the global research community. The amount of the APC is clearly listed on the journal’s website, and authors are informed of the charge prior to submission.
19. Data Sharing Policy
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences encourages authors to share the data underlying their research findings, wherever possible, in accordance with the Data Sharing Policy. This policy promotes transparency and reproducibility in research.
Authors are encouraged to deposit raw data, experimental protocols, and software in publicly accessible repositories with appropriate citations, ensuring that others can verify or build upon the research. If data sharing is not possible due to privacy concerns or other restrictions, authors must explain the reasons for non-disclosure.
20. Manuscript Preparation
The Indo-American Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences provides clear Manuscript Preparation Guidelines to ensure consistency and professionalism in the submission process. Manuscripts should be formatted according to the journal's requirements, which include guidelines on structure (e.g., title, abstract, introduction, methods, results, and references), citation style, and figure and table formatting.
Authors should also ensure that their manuscript adheres to the ethical guidelines of the journal, including proper citation of sources, adherence to human/animal rights policies, and compliance with data privacy regulations.