Publication Ethics

Takambang is committed to maintaining ethical publication standards in accordance with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.

Author responsibilities:
- Present research results honestly and accurately, without fabrication or manipulation of data.
- Ensure that the manuscript is original and has not been published elsewhere.
- Cite references appropriately and avoid plagiarism.

Editor responsibilities:
- Maintain objectivity in the manuscript selection and review process, regardless of the author's background.
- Maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts under review.
- Take firm action against suspected violations of publication ethics.

Reviewer responsibilities:
- Provide objective, constructive, and timely assessments.
- Maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts under review.
- Report to the editor any indication of ethical violations or conflicts of interest.