Maintaining editorial integrity

We are aware of an increase in fraudulent services and initiatives aimed at influencing the peer review process at academic journals. These often involve payment or other forms of compensation.  

This journal will take a zero-tolerance approach to any stakeholders who are found to engage in such activities. 

We request that any authors, referees or editors who are approached to use services or take part in activities that are intended to influence or circumvent this journal's editorial processes notify the editorial office immediately, providing specific details. 

Thank you for your support in safeguarding the integrity of our editorial processes and the scholarly record.