Editorial Policies

The Journal of Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JMDPS) is committed to maintaining high standards of academic quality, integrity, and transparency in scholarly publishing.

Peer Review

All research articles submitted to JMDPS undergo peer review by qualified experts in the relevant field. Manuscripts are evaluated for scientific quality, originality, methodological soundness, relevance, and clarity.

Editorial Decision

Editorial decisions are based on the scientific quality, relevance, originality, and ethical standards of the submitted manuscript. The final decision regarding publication rests with the editorial team.

Originality and Plagiarism

Manuscripts submitted to JMDPS must be original and must not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication elsewhere. Manuscripts may be screened for plagiarism and inappropriate duplication before or during the review process.

Research Ethics

Authors are responsible for ensuring that their research complies with applicable ethical standards and regulations. Research involving human participants, personal data, or animals should receive appropriate ethical approval where required.

Authorship

All individuals listed as authors must have made a significant contribution to the research and manuscript. All authors should approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission to JMDPS.

Conflicts of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors should disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could influence the research, review, or editorial decision-making process.

Data and Research Integrity

Authors are expected to present their research accurately and transparently. Fabrication, falsification, manipulation of data, and other forms of research misconduct are not acceptable.

Corrections and Retractions

JMDPS may publish corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions when necessary to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the scholarly record.

Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions are made independently based on academic and ethical considerations. Commercial or external interests should not influence editorial decisions.