Policy

1. Mission and Scope

The Worldwide Journal of Physics (WJP) is dedicated to advancing the field of physics by disseminating high-quality research across all subfields, including theoretical, experimental, and applied physics. We strive to promote scientific exchange and collaboration among researchers worldwide.

2. Submission and Peer Review Process

  • Manuscript Submission: Authors must submit their manuscripts through the WJP online submission system. Submissions must be original and not under consideration by any other journal.
  • Peer Review: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Manuscripts will be evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
  • Decision Making: Based on the reviewers' recommendations, the editorial board will make one of the following decisions: accept, accept with minor revisions, accept with major revisions, or reject.
  • Appeals: Authors may appeal editorial decisions by providing a detailed justification. Appeals will be reviewed by the editor-in-chief and, if necessary, an independent third reviewer.

3. Ethical Standards

  • Authorship: All listed authors must have significantly contributed to the research. Ghostwriting and honorary authorship are strictly prohibited.
  • Plagiarism: WJP uses plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts containing plagiarized content will be rejected.
  • Data Integrity: Authors must provide raw data upon request and ensure that all data is accurately presented. Fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting of data is unacceptable.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest. This includes financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence the research.

4. Open Access and Licensing

  • Open Access Policy: WJP is an open-access journal. All articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication.
  • Licensing: Articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license. This allows others to share and adapt the work, provided proper attribution is given.

5. Publication Fees

  • Article Processing Charges (APCs): WJP charges an APC to cover the costs of peer review, editing, and hosting. Waivers or discounts may be available for authors from low-income countries or those with financial constraints.

6. Correction and Retraction Policy

  • Corrections: Authors are obliged to promptly inform the editorial office of any errors discovered post-publication. Corrections will be published as errata.
  • Retractions: In cases of serious ethical violations or significant errors, articles may be retracted. Retraction notices will be clearly marked and linked to the original article.

7. Archiving

  • Digital Preservation: WJP ensures the long-term preservation of its content through partnerships with digital archiving services such as Portico and CLOCKSS.

8. Privacy Policy

  • Confidentiality: The personal information of authors, reviewers, and editors is treated as confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties without consent, except as required by law.

9. Reviewer Guidelines

  • Reviewer Responsibilities: Reviewers must provide objective, constructive feedback and respect confidentiality. Reviews should be submitted within the stipulated time frame.
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must decline review assignments if they have conflicts of interest or do not feel qualified to review the manuscript.

10. Editorial Board

  • Composition: The editorial board consists of experts from diverse subfields of physics, ensuring comprehensive coverage and expertise.
  • Responsibilities: Board members are responsible for the strategic direction of the journal, maintaining quality standards, and promoting ethical practices.

11. Contact Information

  • Editorial Office: For any inquiries, please contact the WJP editorial office at [email address] or visit our website at [website URL].

This policy ensures that the Worldwide Journal of Physics maintains high standards of scientific integrity, transparency, and accessibility. We are committed to fostering a global community of physicists and supporting the dissemination of significant scientific discoveries.