Scientia International gives its Scientific Editors a high level of responsibility: they form an International Committee of prominent researchers who ensure that the publisher is a channel for disseminating innovative research, carried out with rigor and integrity. This group is called the International Committee of Scientific Editors (ICSE).
Expertise and Representativeness:
Scientific Editors are more than experts in their respective fields; they are the voice of the scientific communities they represent. They take the lead in contemporary debates on practices such as open access, open data, open science, and the ongoing evolution of peer review.
Committee Commitments:
Scientific Diversity: They ensure the publication of research across all scientific disciplines, valuing technical rigor over mere novelty.
Innovation in Publishing: They are constantly seeking innovative methods and practices in academic publishing.
Community Engagement: They maintain open dialogue with scientific communities, paying particular attention to the experience of authors and reviewers who collaborate with Scientia International.
Policy Definition: They actively work to shape the publisher’s objectives, policies, and future trajectory.
Core Values:
Rigor and Objectivity: Each article is evaluated based on its scientific and technical merit, rather than on subjective metrics of popularity or trend.
Transparency: Under the CC BY license, all articles are accessible, and authors are encouraged to share their data, enhancing replicability and verification.
Integrity: Ethics permeate every decision, reflecting the publisher’s commitment to responsible research practices.
Efficiency: The publisher strives to reduce review and publication times, benefiting authors, reviewers, and the broader scientific community.
Ambassadors of Science:
As the faces of Scientia International, Scientific Editors also serve as ambassadors, promoting the publisher’s mission and values globally. They are crucial in establishing collaborative relationships, celebrating diversity in research, and identifying emerging needs within scientific communities.
Rigorous Editorial Process:
Editors are tasked with the critical responsibility of overseeing the peer review process. From initial assessment and reviewer selection to the final editorial decision, each step is conducted with the highest standards of care and attention.
Integrity and Ethics
All editors are required to uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in all editorial activities.
Impartiality and Objectivity
Editors must evaluate manuscripts solely based on academic merit, without regard to the race, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnic origin, nationality, or political affiliation of the authors.
Confidentiality
Editors should not disclose information about submitted manuscripts to anyone except reviewers and essential editorial staff.
Prevention of Conflicts of Interest
If an editor identifies a potential conflict of interest regarding a manuscript, they should recuse themselves from reviewing it and inform the editorial team.
Responsibility and Responsiveness
Editors are responsible for acting promptly and responsibly in response to inquiries related to manuscripts, peer review, or other editorial matters.
Evidence-Based Decisions
Editorial decisions should be based on the rigor and quality of the work, reviewer feedback, and adherence to journal guidelines.
Transparency in Peer Review
Editors should provide clear, honest, and constructive feedback to authors and, if necessary, justify their decisions and recommendations.
Commitment to Continuous Education
Editors are expected to engage in ongoing training, staying informed on current trends and best practices in academic publishing.
Cooperation
Editors should work effectively with committee members and the editorial team to uphold and advance the goals and standards of Scientia International.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Editors should consistently seek to improve editorial processes, promoting innovation and efficiency for the benefit of the academic community.
Respect for Authors and Reviewers
Editors should always treat authors and reviewers with respect, recognizing their essential contributions to the journal.
Responsibility for Published Content
Editors are responsible for ensuring that published content adheres to Scientia International’s academic and ethical standards.
This code of conduct reflects the commitment of the Scientia International Committee of Scientific Editors to excellence, integrity, and transparency at every stage of the publishing process.
1. General Provisions
1.1. This regulation establishes the rules of the Scientific Editors Rewards Program of Scientia International (hereinafter “Program”), aimed at recognizing the contribution of members of the International Committee of Scientific Editors (ICSE).
1.2. The Program is honorary and non-remunerated, designed to value the strategic role of editors in ensuring the quality and relevance of Scientia International journals.
1.3. Benefits consist of discounts or waivers of the Article Processing Charge (APC), based on the editor’s annual contribution.
2. Objectives
Publicly acknowledge the work of scientific editors.
Encourage continuous and active participation in editorial management.
Provide tangible incentives to recognize academic leadership.
Strengthen Scientia International’s commitment to open science.
3. Eligibility
All active members of the ICSE, formally linked to a Scientia International journal.
Valid activities include:
• Managing articles through final decision;
• Organizing thematic dossiers or special issues;
• Attracting new authors and submissions;
• Participating in editorial meetings and internationalization efforts.
Only activities completed between January 1 and December 31 will be counted.
4. Criteria and Benefits
5 managed articles → Certificate + 25% APC discount.
8 managed articles → Certificate + 50% APC discount.
12 managed articles or organization of a thematic dossier → Certificate + full APC waiver for 1 article in any Scientia International journal in the following year.
The benefit is personal and non-transferable.
Benefits are not cumulative: exceeding the maximum level grants one full waiver per year.
5. Conditions of Use
Benefits must be used within 12 months of being granted.
They may be applied to articles where the editor is author or co-author.
Not applicable retroactively to submitted or paid articles.
Cannot be converted into cash, transferred, or used outside Scientia International journals.
6. Additional Recognition
Editors participating in the Program will also receive:
Official certificate as Active Editor;
Highlight in Scientia International’s institutional reports and websites;
Priority in proposing special issues;
Preferential invitations to represent Scientia International at academic events.
7. Ethical Provisions
Editors must act according to the principles of ethics, impartiality, and transparency, in line with COPE and the Scientia International Code of Ethics.
Activities not meeting integrity standards may be disregarded.
8. Final Provisions
This regulation comes into force on the date of publication and applies to the subsequent annual cycle.
Scientia International may revise the Program annually.
Omitted cases will be resolved by the Executive Board and the editorial team.
By submitting the application form to serve as an Editor at Scientia International, you agree to the following terms:
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