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Here you'll find the answers of Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) which we received through e-mails or contact form. According to the nature of the questions, we have divided the FAQs into the different categories. If you don't find the answer you need, please Get in Touch for contact.
How fast can i-Proclaim Journals evaluate my manuscript?
i-Proclaim Journals are committed to speedy evaluation of manuscripts, and our record in this respect in recent years compares favorably with those of major competing publications. For most papers, reviewers are asked to return comments within two weeks; papers that call for particularly rapid assessment, owing to competition or other factors, can often be reviewed within 48 hours or less. Most papers are published within 8-10 weeks of initial submission, considerably faster than our competition. Through our online publish-before-print program, we publish certain papers within ten days to two weeks of acceptance, and in some cases within two weeks of receipt.
How to submit a manuscript?
We use a web based manuscript submission and peer review service on which authors submit their academic articles and the journal editorial members choose reviewers for the submitted manuscripts. Editorial system served a promising web based software to manage the editorial process. i-Proclaim supports the tracking system of workflow from manuscript submission to peer-review completely. Authors who been signed up to our service can submit a manuscript to our journal and the number of such submissions are unlimited.
In i-Proclaim manuscript submission & peer-review system, scholars submit their academic manuscripts and journal managers choose editors/reviewers for the submitted manuscripts. To Log In, enter your E-mail and Password into the login boxes sample here, then click the "Login" button.
Reviewer Recommendation
We understand well how difficult editorial members select reviewers for a submitted manuscript. So, our service includes a reviewer recommendation scheme based on our scholarly expert database, and the scheme continues to be developed by our authors.
Manuscript Submission
Manuscript Review
Final Revised Submission
The author must ensure that the manuscript is complete, grammatically correct and without spelling or typographical errors. Before uploading the camera ready version, authors should check their submission completeness using the available Author Guidelines and Submission System. Galley Proofs will be emailed prior to publication.
In i-Proclaim manuscript submission & peer-review system, scholars submit their academic manuscripts and journal managers choose editors/reviewers for the submitted manuscripts. To Log In, enter your E-mail and Password into the login boxes sample here, then click the "Login" button.
Reviewer Recommendation
We understand well how difficult editorial members select reviewers for a submitted manuscript. So, our service includes a reviewer recommendation scheme based on our scholarly expert database, and the scheme continues to be developed by our authors.
Manuscript Submission
- Authors are able to register and submit their manuscripts to the journal directly through our online service while providing metadata or indexing information on the submitted manuscripts.
- Authors are able to track their submission through the editorial process on our online service.
- Authors are also able to archive all information, including review results, for manuscripts submitted to any journals enrolled to our online service.
Manuscript Review
- Reviewers are selected by associate or chief editors to review a submitted manuscript, and asked to submit review results to our online service.
- Reviewers are also able to archive the review results for all manuscripts reviewed by themselves.
Final Revised Submission
The author must ensure that the manuscript is complete, grammatically correct and without spelling or typographical errors. Before uploading the camera ready version, authors should check their submission completeness using the available Author Guidelines and Submission System. Galley Proofs will be emailed prior to publication.
How I can withdraw my published article?
Yes, Published Articles may be retracted or withdrawn by their authors, academic or institutional sponsor, because of pervasive error or unsubstantiated or irreproducible data or any other reason. In this situation, author(s) needs to pay withdrawal fee of US$ 350.
On the receipt of the fee, the journal will publish a note about this withdrawal in the next issue. This notice will also appear on the website of the journal.
On the receipt of the fee, the journal will publish a note about this withdrawal in the next issue. This notice will also appear on the website of the journal.
What is the Competing interests Policy of i-Proclaim Journals?
All authors will be asked to report their financial COI related to the research and written presentation of their work and any other relevant competing interests. i-Proclaim journals will publish all COI (or their absence) reported by authors that are relevant to the manuscript being considered. In additional to financial COI, policies for authors shall be extended to other types of competing interests that might affect (or be seen to affect) the conduct or reporting of the work.
Journal shall disclose all COIs that they themselves thought were important during the review process. Declarations will require authors to explicitly state funding sources and whether the organization that funded the research participated in the collection and analyses of data and interpretation and reporting of results.
How COI will be dealt with by i-Proclaim journals?
i-Proclaim Journals will publish all relevant COI disclosures with the publication. Other additional management strategies include for example:
Journal shall disclose all COIs that they themselves thought were important during the review process. Declarations will require authors to explicitly state funding sources and whether the organization that funded the research participated in the collection and analyses of data and interpretation and reporting of results.
How COI will be dealt with by i-Proclaim journals?
i-Proclaim Journals will publish all relevant COI disclosures with the publication. Other additional management strategies include for example:
- Not considering a manuscript further
- Exclusion of those with COI from the process (e.g., reviewer or editor)
- Investigation by impartial observers
What is the permanency of contents?
i-Proclaim journals uses LOCKSS, to ensure the long-term survival of Web-based scholarly publications in the event that i-Proclaim stops publishing temporarily or the journal is no longer published.
Our journals utilize 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...
Our journals utilize 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...
What kinds of manuscripts does i-Proclaim Journals consider?
i-Proclaim is interested in a wide range of manuscripts presenting original research and commentary in all areas of science, technology, business and humanity. For original research, the common thread is that the work should reveal novel concepts of broad importance to the scientific community. Categories of papers include:
- Research Articles
- Review Articles
- Methodology Articles
- Short Communications
- Book Review
- Case Study
- Technical Notes
Will my manuscript remain confidential?
Yes. i-Proclaim treats all submitted manuscripts as confidential documents. i-Proclaim also instructs and expects our Board Editors and Reviewers to treat manuscripts as confidential material.
What is the complaints policy of i-Proclaim?
This procedure applies to complaints about the policies, procedures, or actions of the editorial staff. We welcome complaints as they provide an opportunity and a spur for improvement, and we aim to respond quickly, courteously, and constructively.
i-Proclaim journals are aware of the complaints stated below:
Policy for Handling Complaints
If the Journal receives a complaint that any contribution to the Journal infringes intellectual property rights or contains material inaccuracies, libelous materials or otherwise unlawful materials, the Journal will investigate the complaint. Investigation may include a request that the parties involved substantiate their claims. The Journal will make a good faith determination whether to remove the allegedly wrongful material. A decision not to remove material should represent the Journal's belief that the complaint is without sufficient foundation, or if well‐founded, that a legal defense or exemption may apply, such as truthfulness of a statement in the case of libel. Journal should document its investigation and decision. We strive to ensure that our journals are of the highest quality and is free from errors. However, we accept that occasionally mistakes might happen.
Editorial Complaints Policy
The Managing Editor and staff of journal will make every endeavor to put matters right as soon as possible in the most appropriate way, offering right of reply where necessary. As far as possible, we will investigate complaints in a blame-free manner, looking to see how systems can be improved to prevent mistakes occurring.
Guiding Principles
We accept that we make mistakes and try to treat all complaints with urgency, however small. We believe that timely solutions can prevent problems escalating. All substantial errors and complaints are referred to senior executives within the editorial staff as a matter of course.
The procedure outlined below aims to be fair to those making complaints and those complained about. All complaints will be acknowledged (within three working days if by email). If possible a definitive response will be made within two weeks. If this is not possible an interim response will be given within two weeks. Interim responses will be provided until the complaint is finally resolved. If the complainant remains unhappy, complaints should be escalated to the editor, whose decision is final.
How to Make a Complaint
Complaints about contents should be made as soon as possible after publication, preferably in writing by email to: [email protected]. You can also use Skype to talk with us on abcjournals and ask to speak to the consulting editor of the journal you wish to complain about.
i-Proclaim journals are aware of the complaints stated below:
- Authorship complaints
- Plagiarism complaints
- Multiple, duplicate, concurrent publication/Simultaneous submission
- Research results misappropriation
- Allegations of research errors and fraud
- Research standards violations
- Undisclosed conflicts of interest
- Reviewer bias or competitive harmful acts by reviewers
Policy for Handling Complaints
If the Journal receives a complaint that any contribution to the Journal infringes intellectual property rights or contains material inaccuracies, libelous materials or otherwise unlawful materials, the Journal will investigate the complaint. Investigation may include a request that the parties involved substantiate their claims. The Journal will make a good faith determination whether to remove the allegedly wrongful material. A decision not to remove material should represent the Journal's belief that the complaint is without sufficient foundation, or if well‐founded, that a legal defense or exemption may apply, such as truthfulness of a statement in the case of libel. Journal should document its investigation and decision. We strive to ensure that our journals are of the highest quality and is free from errors. However, we accept that occasionally mistakes might happen.
Editorial Complaints Policy
The Managing Editor and staff of journal will make every endeavor to put matters right as soon as possible in the most appropriate way, offering right of reply where necessary. As far as possible, we will investigate complaints in a blame-free manner, looking to see how systems can be improved to prevent mistakes occurring.
Guiding Principles
We accept that we make mistakes and try to treat all complaints with urgency, however small. We believe that timely solutions can prevent problems escalating. All substantial errors and complaints are referred to senior executives within the editorial staff as a matter of course.
The procedure outlined below aims to be fair to those making complaints and those complained about. All complaints will be acknowledged (within three working days if by email). If possible a definitive response will be made within two weeks. If this is not possible an interim response will be given within two weeks. Interim responses will be provided until the complaint is finally resolved. If the complainant remains unhappy, complaints should be escalated to the editor, whose decision is final.
How to Make a Complaint
Complaints about contents should be made as soon as possible after publication, preferably in writing by email to: [email protected]. You can also use Skype to talk with us on abcjournals and ask to speak to the consulting editor of the journal you wish to complain about.
re the i-proclaim journals refereed and indexed journals?
- Yes, i-Proclaim journals are refereed journal. It follows single blind peer review process.
- i-Proclaim journals are indexed in Google Scholar and abstracted in abcGATE and WorldCat. ABC is working closely with major databases to get indexed. We will gradually publish the index information of the journal.
I want to know about the copyright policy of i-Proclaim.
Copyrights for articles published in i-Proclaim journals are retained by the authors, with first publication rights granted to the journal. The journal/publisher is not responsible for subsequent uses of the work. It is the author's responsibility to bring an infringement action if so desired by the author.
Are i-proclaim journals open-access journal?
No, i-Proclaim journals are paid-access journal (subscription based). The readers, students, teachers, professionals and authors can easily access openly to the contents of this journal at i-Proclaim Archive Portal. Papers are downloadable by paying US$ 3, worldwide. Details here....
How does one become a reviewer for i-Proclaim journals?
In general, we are looking for referees with a good track record in the area that we want them to comment on. We find them through their publications in various databases. We often do select new and younger faculty members to referee papers as well. The essential task of a reviewer is to provide a critique and evaluation that is
• Prompt
• Constructive
• Thoughtful
• Fair
At the the of submission, our service includes a reviewer recommendation scheme based on our scholarly expert database, and the scheme continues to be developed by our authors.
The essential goal of the peer review process is to maximize the quality of published research in a field of scholarly inquiry. Remember as you write your review that you have obligations to three audiences: (a) the editor of the journal, (b) the author(s) of the paper, and (c) scholars who are doing research in this field.
Researchers sign up to become a reviewer at the journals submission page. Sign up sample form here, please go the individual journals online submission page for filling this form there.
• Prompt
• Constructive
• Thoughtful
• Fair
At the the of submission, our service includes a reviewer recommendation scheme based on our scholarly expert database, and the scheme continues to be developed by our authors.
The essential goal of the peer review process is to maximize the quality of published research in a field of scholarly inquiry. Remember as you write your review that you have obligations to three audiences: (a) the editor of the journal, (b) the author(s) of the paper, and (c) scholars who are doing research in this field.
Researchers sign up to become a reviewer at the journals submission page. Sign up sample form here, please go the individual journals online submission page for filling this form there.
I want to know the Responsibilities of the Peer-Reviewers.
Responsibilities
- Reviewers are obliged to treat the author and the manuscript with respect. When reviewers have a bias against the researchers or the research, they must recuse themselves. When they have a conflict of interest with the research or its sponsors, they must make it known to the editors or recuse themselves.
- Reviewers should provide an honest and constructive assessment of the value of the manuscript. An appropriate assessment includes an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the study; suggestions on how to make the manuscript more complete, relevant, and readable; and specific questions for the authors to address to make any revision of the manuscript acceptable and useful to the intended audience. Whenever possible, complete citations should be provided for important work that has been omitted.
- Reviewers must maintain confidentiality about the manuscripts they review. Using the data from such manuscripts before they are published is inappropriate. Sharing the data with colleagues is equally inappropriate, as is reproducing the manuscript for any purpose. If reviewers wish to use information from a manuscript that has been accepted for publication, they should ask the Editor to contact the author(s) for permission.
- Reviewers must not use the peer-review process as a means to further their own research aims, specifically by requiring authors to respond to questions that are interesting to the reviewers but that the study was not designed to answer or by suggesting that the editor reject work that contradicts or is in conflict with their own. Reviewers must also not use the peer-review process or recommend acceptance simply to further the careers of their students or colleagues.
- Reviewers who receive invitations to review manuscripts with which they have a clear conflict of interest should decline the invitation and reveal the specific conflict of interest. Conflicts of interest can be defined as sets of conditions (such as academic competition or particular philosophic values and beliefs) that could result in a biased or unfair evaluation of the manuscript. The Editor may deliberately choose a reviewer with a known stance on a particular issue in order to obtain a balanced review of the manuscript. Reviewers who have any questions in this regard should consult with the Editor.
- Reviewers who have reviewed a manuscript before for another journal should inform the Editor before they complete the review. The Editor can then decide whether a re-review is appropriate.
- Unless appropriate, reviewers should resist the temptation to use their reviews as an opportunity to suggest that their own published work be referenced.
- Reviewers who receive a request to review a manuscript and cannot do so within the specified time period should decline the request
- Board members are expected to complete 4 to 6 reviews annually and to do so in a timely manner. Those who consistently decline to complete reviews or who do not complete them on time will be asked to leave the Board.
- Reviewers who agree to review a manuscript must complete their reviews within the specified time period. If it becomes impossible to complete the review on time, reviewers should so inform the editorial office and ask for guidance about whether to decline to review the manuscript or to take an additional specified period of time.
- All reviews of board members and occasional reviewers are scored on both timeliness and quality. High quality and timely reviews are essential to Journal's goal of publishing high quality work in a timely manner. Reviewers who complete high quality reviews in a timely manner are providing an essential service to the field and to the Journal, and they are likely to be asked to review again.
What if I forgot my password or User ID?
You can retrieve your password, if you forgot your password for i-Proclaim journals UserID, go to the journals online submission page, provide your Registered E-mail ID (UserID) and click on "Submit" button, your password will be delivered to your e-mail address.
If you forgot your i-Proclaim UserID / E-mail ID, you should contact with i-Proclaim support center through e-mail ([email protected]) with the following information:
Your Name (as mentioned in your profile):
E-mail Address:
Telephone No.:
Journal Name:
Our support representative will provide you the required information within 24 hours.
If you forgot your i-Proclaim UserID / E-mail ID, you should contact with i-Proclaim support center through e-mail ([email protected]) with the following information:
Your Name (as mentioned in your profile):
E-mail Address:
Telephone No.:
Journal Name:
Our support representative will provide you the required information within 24 hours.
What is the Competing interests Policy of i-Proclaim Journals?
Competing Interests Policy for Reviewers
How COI will be dealt with by i-Proclaim Journals?
The Journal will publish all relevant COI disclosures with the publication. Other additional management strategies include for example:
- Reviewers shall be asked if they have a COI with the content or authors of a manuscript. If they do, they shall be removed from the review process.
- Generally, it is our best practice to avoid reviewers from the same institution as the authors, unless the institution is so large that authors and reviewers are not working colleagues.
How COI will be dealt with by i-Proclaim Journals?
The Journal will publish all relevant COI disclosures with the publication. Other additional management strategies include for example:
- Not considering a manuscript further
- Exclusion of those with COI from the process (e.g., reviewer or editor)
- Abstaining from decisions where COI might arise (e.g., editors)
- Investigation by impartial observers
What are the eligibility criteria to apply for i-Proclaim ARA?
A working professional can nominate an eligible individual (or self nominate). The qualification of the nominee must be recognized and documented by corresponding successes in research, such as - Collaboration with industries/institutions - Contracts - Patents - Grants - Publications (Articles and Books) - Special awards Significant contribution, growth and achievement in their area of expertise.
How many entrants win i-Proclaim ARA Award yearly?
For each Specialization/Subdivision/Category (Eg. Distinguished Scientist-Engineering/Mechanical), the expert judge committee will select 3 Nominees. However the Apex Committee reserve the rights to honor less or more than 3 nominees in any category who meet standards set by the expert committee.
What are the i-proclaim Annual research award (ARA) Process ?
Step-1: Nomination papers will be sent for screening process (preliminary selection)
Step-2: Acknowledgement intimation will be communicated to the Nominee
Step-3: i-Proclaim ARA Team may ask the proof for the credits mentioned in the CV. (Optional)
Step-4: Cross verifying the data submitted & forwarding it to the Committee
Step-5: The selected nominees will be communicated via a formal letter via mail
Step-6: Registration Process & i-Proclaim ARA List updatation in Webpage
Step-7: Floating the Award Winner Profile & including the same in the i-Proclaim ARA Report
Step-8: Award Presentation Ceremony
Step-9: Release of the i-Proclaim ARA Report
Step-2: Acknowledgement intimation will be communicated to the Nominee
Step-3: i-Proclaim ARA Team may ask the proof for the credits mentioned in the CV. (Optional)
Step-4: Cross verifying the data submitted & forwarding it to the Committee
Step-5: The selected nominees will be communicated via a formal letter via mail
Step-6: Registration Process & i-Proclaim ARA List updatation in Webpage
Step-7: Floating the Award Winner Profile & including the same in the i-Proclaim ARA Report
Step-8: Award Presentation Ceremony
Step-9: Release of the i-Proclaim ARA Report
Why the Winner has to Register for the Programme ?
The i-Proclaim ARA Award scheme, is part of Annual Research Conference (which is a self-supporting event). It has a specific objectives and activities with subject to applicable foundation policies and Govt. Taxes. Without financial assistance from the Government or other agencies in any form, the registration fees are the major source of revenue for running the event. All the expenses of the events (Planning, Promotion & Publicity, Equipment/Major Rentals, Photography, Lunch and Breaks, Materials, Gifts/Premiums, Publications, Taxes, Execution and Miscellaneous Costs, Website & Its Maintenance etc) are covered by the event income (registration fees from the participants) and house operating funds.
Can I do the on-spot registration ?
No, till the completion of Registration, we can't process the Proof checking / Printing of Award Certificate & Memento, Exclusive Web Page work and preparation of Report.
After registering for the event, if the Winner is unable to attend the event, how to get the Award ?
We expect the Award Winner's presence on the day of Celebration. If not, He/She can can depute a person to get the Award on the Function date, (or) i-Proclaim ARA Team will send the Award Certificate and Memento via courier to the Winner's Address within 4 weeks.
However, as soon as the Winner register for the Event, His/Her name will be appear in the Award Winners List, His/Her Profile will be uploaded in the Web page & His/Her details will be included in the i-Proclaim ARA Report.
However, as soon as the Winner register for the Event, His/Her name will be appear in the Award Winners List, His/Her Profile will be uploaded in the Web page & His/Her details will be included in the i-Proclaim ARA Report.
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