Ethical standards governing the evaluation of submissions for ICABER conferences and associated academic events.
All individuals involved in evaluating ICABER submissions are required to adhere strictly to these ethical review guidelines.
All individuals participating in the evaluation of submissions for ICABER and its associated events are expected to uphold the highest standards of fairness, integrity, and professionalism.
If a reviewer is unable to comply with these guidelines for any reason, they must inform the Program Chairs immediately.
Reviewers commit to conducting fair, unbiased, and objective evaluations and to treating all authors with respect and professionalism.
Feedback must be courteous, professional, and constructive, aimed at improving the quality of the work rather than criticizing authors personally.
Submissions are evaluated solely on academic merit, without regard to authors’ identity, affiliation, nationality, or background.
Reviewers must refrain from personal criticism and provide clear, well-supported reasoning for their evaluations.
Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could compromise impartiality.
Reviewing submissions from authors at the same institution or with whom the reviewer has had a close professional or personal relationship is not permitted.
If a reviewer becomes aware of prior co-authorship or close collaboration, they must notify the Chairs immediately and withdraw from the review.
If a reviewer feels insufficiently qualified or unable to remain objective, they must decline the review invitation.
All information obtained during the review process must remain strictly confidential and must not be used for personal benefit or shared with unauthorized parties.
Reviewers must diligently check submissions for plagiarism. Any suspicion must be reported immediately to the Chairs, as plagiarism constitutes a serious ethical violation.
In all aspects of my role as a reviewer for ICABER conference papers, I acknowledge my responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards, adhere to established guidelines and deadlines, and provide thorough, timely, and responsible evaluations.