Editorial Guidelines

TNAOI Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery committed to maintaining high editorial standards to ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the content we publish. Our editorial policies are designed to provide transparency and guidance to authors, reviewers, and readers.

Peer Review Process:

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the validity, relevance, and originality of the research. Our editorial team selects expert reviewers who evaluate the work's scientific merit, methodology, significance, and overall quality.

Originality and Plagiarism:

We only consider original work that has not been published elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Submitted manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools.

Authorship and Contributions:

Authorship should be based on substantial contributions to the research and manuscript preparation. All authors are required to disclose their individual contributions. Any change in authorship post-submission must be communicated and justified to the editorial team.

Conflicts of Interest:

Authors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research, interpretation, or presentation of results. Reviewers and editorial staff also declare conflicts to ensure unbiased evaluation.

Data Integrity and Reproducibility:

Authors should provide accurate and complete data, methodologies, and materials to allow for the reproduction of results. Raw data availability, where applicable, enhances research integrity and transparency.

Ethical Considerations:

Research involving human subjects, animals, or potentially sensitive issues must adhere to ethical guidelines and regulations. Authors should provide necessary ethical approvals obtained for their studies.

Retractions and Corrections:

In cases of errors, misconduct, or significant inaccuracies, we will promptly address them through retractions, corrections, or clarifications, as appropriate. Our commitment to maintaining the credibility of our content remains paramount.

Editorial Independence:

Editorial decisions are solely based on the scientific merit of the work and its alignment with our scope. Our editorial team operates independently of any external influence or commercial interests.

Transparency and Openness:

We encourage transparent reporting of methodologies, statistical analyses, and results. Authors should provide comprehensive explanations to ensure readers' understanding of the research.

Citing Sources:

Proper attribution of sources is crucial. Authors should appropriately cite all relevant prior works and provide accurate references. This not only acknowledges intellectual contributions but also helps readers explore related research.

Copyright and Licensing:

Authors retain the copyright to their work published with TNAOI Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery. We typically use licenses that allow for the widest dissemination of research while preserving the authors' rights.

Editorial Decision Appeals:

Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions. Appeals should be made in writing, providing additional context or information, and will be reviewed by the editorial team.

At TNAOI Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, we value scholarly excellence and ethical conduct. These editorial policies are designed to foster a collaborative and respectful environment that advances knowledge and contributes to the scientific community.