Introduction

At Gavin Publishers, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of academic and intellectual integrity. Our goal is to foster a culture of originality, respect for others' work, and ethical behavior in all aspects of publishing. This Plagiarism Policy outlines our stance on plagiarism, the consequences of engaging in such practices, and the procedures we follow to prevent and address instances of plagiarism.

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution or permission, and presenting it as one’s own. This includes, but is not limited to:

1. Direct Copying: Copying text verbatim from a source without quotation marks and proper citation.
2. Paraphrasing: Rewriting someone else’s ideas or text in your own words without proper attribution.
3. Self-Plagiarism: Reusing your own previously published work without acknowledgment.
4. Misrepresentation: Falsifying or fabricating research data or findings.

Policy Guidelines

1. Originality Requirement: All submitted manuscripts must be original and not previously published. Authors must ensure that their work is free from any form of plagiarism and must attribute all sources appropriately.

2. Proper Citation: Authors must cite all sources of information, ideas, and direct quotations used in their manuscripts. This includes citing all references in accordance with the appropriate citation style specified by Gavin Publishers.

3. Declaration of Originality: Authors must submit a signed declaration of originality, affirming that their work is original and free from plagiarism.

4. Plagiarism Detection: Gavin Publishers utilizes plagiarism detection tools to screen all submitted manuscripts. Manuscripts that are found to contain significant instances of plagiarism may be rejected or returned to the author for revision.

5. Handling Plagiarism: If plagiarism is identified in a manuscript, the following steps may be taken:

   • The manuscript will be returned to the author with detailed feedback on the plagiarism issues.
   • The author will be required to revise and resubmit the manuscript with proper attribution and citation.
   • In severe cases, the manuscript may be rejected, and the author may be barred from submitting future work to Gavin Publishers.

6. Appeal Process: Authors who believe their work has been unjustly accused of plagiarism may appeal the decision. Appeals should be submitted in writing to the editorial board, outlining the reasons for contesting the decision. The board will review the appeal and make a final determination.

7. Educational Resources: Gavin Publishers provides resources and guidance on proper citation practices and plagiarism prevention. We encourage all authors to familiarize themselves with these resources and to seek assistance if needed.

Consequences of Plagiarism

Plagiarism undermines the integrity of academic and intellectual work. At Gavin Publishers, we take plagiarism seriously and enforce strict measures to maintain the trust of our readers and the quality of our publications. Consequences of engaging in plagiarism may include:

• Rejection of the manuscript
• Suspension or termination of publication privileges
• Reporting the incident to relevant academic and professional bodies

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding this Plagiarism Policy, or if you need assistance with understanding proper citation practices, please contact us at:

Gavin Publishers

Email: contact@gavinpublishers.org

We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines and contributing to a culture of academic integrity and excellence.