Journal Policies

The Journal Horizonte Académico upholds its commitment to integrity and transparency in authorship, emphasizing that these are fundamental to maintaining the quality of our journal and the respect within the scientific community.

In accordance with the Core Principles of COPE, the following are established:

1. Authorship Criteria

To be recognized as an author of a manuscript in the Journal Horizonte Académico, an individual must meet the following criteria:

  • Significant Contribution: The author must have made a substantial contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the work presented. This means that authors must be actively involved in the development of the manuscript and its content.
  • Responsibility for Content: Authors assume full responsibility for the content of the work, ensuring that all data presented is accurate and truthful. Each author must be willing to be accountable for any aspect of the work.

2. Acknowledgment of Contributions

In the Journal Horizonte Académico, it is crucial that all individuals involved in the research are properly acknowledged:

  • Clarification of Contributions: Authors must provide a statement detailing the specific contribution of each co-author in the manuscript. This information is vital to understanding the role of each individual in the development of the work.
  • Acknowledgment of Other Contributions: Those who contributed to the work but do not meet the criteria for authorship should be acknowledged in the appropriate section of the manuscript. This may include individuals who provided technical or editorial assistance.

3. Consent for Authorship

It is essential that all authors give their consent to be included in the list of authors on the manuscript:

  • Consent: Each author must agree with the content of the manuscript and its submission to the journal. This consent ensures that all authors are informed about the content and direction of the work.

4. Order of Authorship

The order of the authors is an important aspect that must reflect their contributions:

  • Criteria for Order: The first author should be the individual who has performed the majority of the work, followed by co-authors in an order that represents the magnitude of their contributions.
  • Prior Agreements: It is recommended that authors discuss and agree on the order of authorship before submitting the manuscript, thus avoiding conflicts or misunderstandings in the future.

5. Handling Authorship Conflicts

In cases of disputes over authorship, the Journal Horizonte Académico has a clear process to resolve them:

  • Dispute Resolution: Authorship disputes will be handled fairly and transparently. The editorial board will act as a mediator to review contributions and make decisions based on the evidence presented.
  • Clear Policies: These policies will be clearly communicated to all authors and collaborators to prevent confusion and ensure proper management of conflicts.

6. Review of Authorship Guidelines

The Journal Horizonte Académico encourages all authors to follow internationally recognized authorship guidelines:

  • References to Recognized Standards: Authors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the guidelines of organizations such as the ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) and the CSE (Council of Science Editors) to ensure compliance with best practices in authorship.