PUBLICATION POLICY

The International Journal of Technology, Leadership and Sciences (IJTLS) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in the domains of technology, leadership, and interdisciplinary sciences. IJTLS maintains a strict publication policy to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity, quality, and transparency.

1. Originality and Scholarly Contribution

All submissions must present original research or novel insights that contribute significantly to the field. Manuscripts that have been published previously or are under consideration elsewhere will not be accepted. IJTLS values work that advances theory, practice, or policy within its scope.

2. Rigorous Peer Review

IJTLS employs a double-blind peer review system to ensure impartial and thorough evaluation. Manuscripts are assessed for methodological rigor, originality, relevance, and clarity. Editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit.

3. Ethical Research Standards

All research published in IJTLS must adhere to international ethical standards. Studies involving human participants or animals must be conducted with proper ethical approval and documented consent. Misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism, is strictly prohibited.

4. Authorship and Contribution

Authorship must accurately reflect individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research. All listed authors must approve the final manuscript and be accountable for its content.

5. Conflict of Interest and Transparency

Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the objectivity of the research or review process. Full transparency ensures credibility and trust in all published work.

6. Data Integrity and Reproducibility

Authors must ensure the accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of their data. Supporting data and methodologies should be made available when feasible to enable validation and further research.

7. Copyright and Licensing

Upon acceptance, authors grant IJTLS the right to publish their work. The journal may provide open access options and adheres to recognized copyright and licensing frameworks to protect intellectual property.

8. Corrections, Retractions, and Post-Publication Ethics

IJTLS is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. Corrections, clarifications, or retractions will be issued in cases of significant error, ethical breaches, or research misconduct.

9. Compliance with Submission Guidelines

Manuscripts must comply with IJTLS’s submission standards, formatting requirements, and editorial policies. Submissions failing to meet these criteria may be returned without review.