Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

The Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University is a scientific publication focusing on various topics in health sciences. Its scope includes, but is not limited to:

  1. Medicine - Clinical Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Forensic Medicine.
  2. Nursing - Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Maternity Nursing, Community Nursing.
  3. Midwifery - Midwifery Care, Reproductive Health, Maternal and Child Health.
  4. Nutrition - Clinical Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Diet and Disease.
  5. Public Health - Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Environmental Health, Health Management.
  6. Pharmacy - Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Toxicology, Clinical Pharmacy.
  7. Health Biotechnology - Medical Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology.

The proceedings accept various article types, including original research articles, literature reviews, case studies, and conceptual articles relevant to the above topics. All accepted articles undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure quality and accuracy.

 

Section Policies

Articles

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Peer Review Process

Peer Review Process

The Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality and validity of the published articles. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous evaluation by at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the respective field.

The peer review process is designed to provide constructive feedback to authors and maintain the high standards of the proceedings. The reviewers assess the manuscripts based on several criteria, including:

  1. Originality and novelty of the research
  2. Significance and contribution to the field
  3. Theoretical and methodological soundness
  4. Clarity and organization of the presentation
  5. Relevance to the scope of the proceedings

Based on the reviewers' comments and recommendations, the editorial board makes a final decision on whether to accept, request revisions, or reject the manuscript. Authors may be asked to address the reviewers' concerns and make necessary revisions before their manuscripts can be accepted for publication.

The peer review process is conducted in a fair and unbiased manner, with the anonymity of authors and reviewers maintained throughout the process. The editorial team is committed to providing a constructive and efficient review process to ensure the timely publication of high-quality research in the Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University.

 

Publication Frequency

The IHC is an annual peer-reviewed journal published once a year. The following is the publication schedule for the upcoming volume:

Volume 2, 2025

  • Manuscript Submission Deadline: [Date, e.g., January 31, 2025]
  • First Round of Peer Review: [Date Range, e.g., February 1 - April 30, 2025]
  • Author Notification of Decisions: [Date, e.g., May 31, 2025]
  • Revised Manuscript Submission Deadline: [Date, e.g., June 30, 2025]
  • Final Round of Review and Editing: [Date Range, e.g., July 1 - August 31, 2025]
  • Publication of Final Issue: [Date, e.g., October 1, 2025]

Important Dates:

  • Manuscript Submission Deadline: [Date, e.g., January 31, 2025]
  • Revised Manuscript Submission Deadline: [Date, e.g., June 30, 2025]
  • Publication Date: [Date, e.g., October 1, 2025]

Submission Guidelines:

Authors are requested to submit their manuscripts through our online submission system at https://jurnal.unigal.ac.id/IHC/ by the manuscript submission deadline. Detailed guidelines for authors can be found on our website or in the latest issue of the journal.

Publication Frequency:

The IHC is published annually, with one issue released every [month, e.g., October].

For any further inquiries or assistance, please contact the editorial office at info.ihc@unigal.ac.id.

We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions and continuing to provide a platform for high-quality research in [field/discipline].

 

Open Access Policy

The International Health Conference (IHC) Journal Proceedings is a peer-reviewed, open access journal that provides worldwide, barrier-free access to the full text of all published articles. The journal adheres to the principles of open access publishing, ensuring that research findings are freely available to readers without subscription barriers.

  1. Open Access Statement
    • All articles published in the IHC Journal Proceedings are made freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication.
    • Authors retain the copyright of their work under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
  2. Article Processing Charges (APCs)
    • To cover the costs of publication, the IHC Journal Proceedings charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts.
    • The current APC for the journal is [insert APC amount] per accepted article.
    • Discounts or waivers may be available for authors from low-income countries or institutions upon request.
  3. Self-Archiving Policy
    • Authors are encouraged to self-archive the published version of their articles in institutional or subject-based repositories.
    • Authors are permitted to post the published PDF version of their articles on their personal or institutional websites.
  4. Indexing and Archiving
    • The IHC Journal Proceedings is indexed in major bibliographic databases and archives to ensure maximum visibility and accessibility of published articles.
    • Articles are permanently archived in digital repositories for long-term preservation.
  5. Licensing and Copyright
    • Authors retain the copyright of their work, and articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
    • This license permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
  6. Availability of Data and Materials
    • The IHC Journal Proceedings encourages authors to share their research data and materials whenever possible, in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.
    • Authors should provide a data availability statement in their manuscript, describing how and under what conditions the data and materials can be accessed.

 

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...

 

Publication Ethics

Here are the Publication Ethics guidelines in English for the Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University:

Publication Ethics

The Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. All parties involved in the publication process, including authors, reviewers, editors, and publisher, are expected to adhere to the following ethical principles:

Authorship and Contributorship

  1. Authorship should be limited to those who have made a significant contribution to the research, including the conception, design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of the work.
  2. All authors listed on the manuscript should have reviewed and approved the final version before submission.
  3. Any individuals who have made substantial contributions but do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged in the manuscript.

Plagiarism and Redundant Publication

  1. Plagiarism in any form, including verbatim copying, paraphrasing without proper attribution, or self-plagiarism, is unacceptable and constitutes unethical publishing behavior.
  2. Redundant or concurrent publication of the same research in multiple venues is not permitted unless explicitly stated and approved by the editorial team.

Research Misconduct

  1. Any form of research misconduct, such as data fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting of results, is considered a serious ethical breach and will not be tolerated.
  2. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of their research data and findings.

Conflict of Interest

  1. Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, financial or non-financial, that could influence the interpretation or presentation of their work.
  2. Reviewers and editors should also declare any potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves if necessary.

Ethical Considerations

  1. Research involving human participants or animal subjects must comply with relevant ethical guidelines and regulations, and obtain appropriate ethical approvals.
  2. Authors should respect the privacy and confidentiality of research participants and ensure that their work does not cause harm or distress.

Peer Review Process

  1. The peer review process should be fair, unbiased, and conducted in a timely manner.
  2. Reviewers should treat manuscripts as confidential documents and not disclose or use the information for personal gain.
  3. Editors are responsible for ensuring the integrity of the peer review process and making final decisions on publication.

Post-Publication Corrections and Retractions

  1. Authors are responsible for promptly reporting any errors or mistakes in their published work to the editorial team.
  2. In cases of serious misconduct or significant errors, the proceedings reserves the right to retract or correct published articles in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

By participating in the publication process, all parties involved agree to adhere to these ethical principles and guidelines. Violations of these principles may result in appropriate sanctions or disciplinary actions.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding publication ethics, please contact the editorial team at [info.ihc@unigal.ac.id].

 

Author Ethics

Here are the Author Ethics guidelines in English for the Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University:

Author Ethics

The Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University expects all authors to adhere to the highest ethical standards in the conduct and reporting of their research. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work meets the following ethical principles:

Authorship
1. Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant intellectual contribution to the research, including conception, design, data acquisition, analysis, or interpretation.
2. All authors listed on the manuscript should have reviewed and approved the final version before submission.
3. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors have agreed to the submission and have met the authorship criteria.

Originality and Plagiarism
1. Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original and does not constitute plagiarism in any form, including verbatim copying, paraphrasing without attribution, or self-plagiarism.
2. Any use of previously published material, whether text, figures, or data, must be properly cited and attributed to the original source.

Data Integrity and Research Ethics
1. Authors are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the data presented in their manuscript.
2. Any manipulation, falsification, or selective reporting of data is considered research misconduct and is unacceptable.
3. Research involving human participants or animal subjects must comply with relevant ethical guidelines and obtain appropriate ethical approvals.

Conflict of Interest
1. Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, financial or non-financial, that could influence the interpretation or presentation of their work.
2. Sources of funding for the research should be clearly acknowledged in the manuscript.

Redundant or Concurrent Publication
1. Authors should not submit the same research for publication in multiple venues simultaneously.
2. Any prior publication of the same or substantially similar work should be disclosed to the editorial team.

Authorship Disputes
1. Authors are encouraged to resolve any authorship disputes among themselves before submitting the manuscript.
2. In case of unresolved disputes, the editorial team reserves the right to investigate and make a final decision on authorship.

Post-Publication Responsibilities
1. Authors are responsible for promptly reporting any errors or mistakes in their published work to the editorial team.
2. In cases of serious misconduct or significant errors, authors may be required to retract or correct their published work.

By submitting their manuscripts to the Proceedings of the International Health Conference Faculty of Health Sciences Galuh University, authors acknowledge and agree to adhere to these ethical principles. Violations of these principles may result in appropriate sanctions or disciplinary actions, including but not limited to rejection of the manuscript, retraction of the published work, or notification to the author's institution.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding author ethics, please contact the editorial team at [info.ihc@unigal.ac.id].