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About the Journal

Journal Summary

EXPLORE is a peer-reviewed, open-access multidisciplinary journal dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through high-quality research and innovative practices across diverse academic fields.

EXPLORE provides a global platform for researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and scholars to share original research, emerging ideas, and practical innovations that address contemporary challenges and contribute to sustainable development. The journal promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and encourages the integration of science, technology, social sciences, management, humanities, and applied research.

The journal welcomes contributions that demonstrate strong methodological rigor, theoretical depth, and practical relevance. By fostering a culture of innovation and intellectual exchange, EXPLORE aims to bridge the gap between research and real-world application.

Aims of the Journal

🎯 Promote Interdisciplinary Research

To promote interdisciplinary research and innovation across diverse academic fields.

🌍 Global Forum

To provide a global forum for scholarly communication and knowledge exchange.

⭐ High-Quality Research

To publish original, high-quality research with academic and societal impact.

🤝 Collaboration

To encourage collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers.

Scope of the Journal

EXPLORE covers a broad spectrum of disciplines, including but not limited to:

💻 Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence

⚙️ Engineering & Technology

🏥 Medical & Health Sciences

🌍 Environmental & Earth Sciences

📊 Management, Commerce & Economics

📚 Social Sciences & Humanities

🎓 Education & Pedagogy

🔬 Applied Sciences & Emerging Technologies

Note: Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral studies are especially encouraged.

Publication Ethics & Malpractice Statement

EXPLORE is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. The journal follows ethical guidelines inspired by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

✍️ Responsibilities of Authors

  • Authors must submit original, unpublished work
  • Proper acknowledgment of others' work must be given
  • Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable
  • Data fabrication or falsification is strictly prohibited
  • Authors must disclose conflicts of interest
  • The manuscript must not be under review elsewhere

📋 Responsibilities of Editors

  • Editors evaluate manuscripts based on academic merit only
  • Editors maintain confidentiality of submissions
  • Editors must avoid conflicts of interest
  • Unethical behavior or misconduct must be investigated

🔍 Responsibilities of Reviewers

  • Reviews must be objective and constructive
  • Reviewers must keep manuscripts confidential
  • Reviewers should point out relevant uncited work
  • Reviewers must decline review if a conflict of interest exists

⛔ Zero Tolerance Policy: Plagiarism & Misconduct

EXPLORE has zero tolerance for:

  • Plagiarism
  • Duplicate submission
  • Data manipulation
  • Authorship disputes

If misconduct is detected:

  • The manuscript will be rejected
  • Published articles may be retracted
  • Institutions may be notified in serious cases

📝 Corrections & Retractions

If significant errors are found after publication, EXPLORE will publish appropriate corrections, retractions, or editorial notices when necessary.

Peer Review Policy

EXPLORE follows a rigorous and transparent peer review process to ensure the publication of high-quality scholarly work. The journal is committed to fairness, objectivity, and academic integrity in the evaluation of submitted manuscripts.

1️⃣ Type of Peer Review

EXPLORE follows a Double-Blind Peer Review process:

  • The identities of authors are concealed from reviewers
  • The identities of reviewers are concealed from authors

This ensures an unbiased evaluation of manuscripts based solely on academic merit.

2️⃣ Initial Editorial Screening

All manuscripts undergo initial evaluation to ensure:

  • The manuscript fits within the journal's scope
  • The submission follows author guidelines and formatting
  • The work meets basic academic quality standards
  • The manuscript passes plagiarism screening

Note: Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be rejected without external review.

3️⃣ Reviewer Assignment

  • Each eligible manuscript is assigned to two or more independent expert reviewers
  • Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise and research background
  • Reviewers must declare any conflicts of interest before accepting the review

4️⃣ Review Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

  • Originality and contribution to the field
  • Relevance to the journal's multidisciplinary scope
  • Methodological soundness and accuracy
  • Clarity of presentation and organization
  • Validity of data analysis and interpretation
  • Proper citation of related literature
  • Ethical compliance (where applicable)

Reviewers recommend one of the following:

  • Accept without changes
  • Accept with minor revisions
  • Revise and resubmit (major revisions)
  • Reject

5️⃣ Review Timeline

EXPLORE aims to provide a timely review process:

  • Initial editorial decision: within 7 days of submission
  • Peer review completion: 2–4 weeks
  • Final decision after revisions: 1–2 weeks

Actual timelines may vary depending on reviewer availability.

6️⃣ Confidentiality & Ethical Conduct

  • Confidentiality: All manuscripts are treated as confidential documents
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must decline if they have conflicts
  • Objectivity: Reviews must be professional and evidence-based

7️⃣ Editorial Decision & Appeals

Final publication decision is made by the Editor based on:

  • Reviewer recommendations
  • The manuscript's scientific merit
  • Revisions made by the authors

Appeals: Authors may appeal decisions by submitting a justified explanation to the editorial office.

✓ EXPLORE is committed to a fair, transparent, and timely peer review process that upholds the highest standards of scholarly publishing.