Manuscript Withdrawal Policy
Ensuring Transparent and Ethical Handling of Manuscript Withdrawals
Overview – Contusm Publications
Contusm Publications is committed to maintaining a transparent and ethical publication process. Authors may request the withdrawal of their manuscript under specific conditions. This policy ensures fairness, prevents misuse, and protects the integrity of the peer-review and publication process.
Withdrawal Request Guidelines
- Authors must submit a formal withdrawal request in writing to the editorial office, including the manuscript title, submission ID, and reason for withdrawal.
- Requests must be made by the corresponding author and agreed upon by all co-authors.
- Withdrawal requests should be made as early as possible, preferably before the peer-review process begins.
- Once a manuscript has been accepted or published online, withdrawal is subject to stricter evaluation.
Conditions for Withdrawal
- Errors discovered in the data, methods, or findings before publication.
- Duplicate submission to another journal.
- Ethical concerns or conflicts among authors.
- Other valid reasons reviewed and approved by the editorial team.
Editorial Review Process
All withdrawal requests are reviewed by the editorial office. The process includes:
- Verification of the authors’ request and co-author agreement.
- Evaluation of the timing of the withdrawal (pre- or post-peer review, pre- or post-publication).
- Communication with all stakeholders to ensure transparency and compliance with ethical standards.
Possible Fees and Consequences
- Withdrawal after peer review or acceptance may incur administrative charges.
- Repeated or inappropriate withdrawal requests may affect future submissions by the author(s).
- The decision of the editorial office regarding withdrawal is final.
If you have questions about withdrawing your manuscript, please contact us. Our editorial team will guide you through the process in accordance with ethical and transparent practices.
This Manuscript Withdrawal Policy ensures that Contusm Publications handles withdrawals fairly, transparently, and ethically, preserving the integrity of scientific publishing.