Editorial PoliciesJournal of Endocrinology and Hormones
JEH follows rigorous editorial and ethical standards to protect patients, authors, and scientific integrity.
Peer Review
All submissions undergo editorial screening and independent peer review. Decisions are based on methodological rigor, relevance, and ethical compliance.
Research Ethics
Human and animal research must meet ethics committee requirements. Consent and approval details are required for all applicable studies.
Data Integrity
JEH expects accurate reporting, transparent methods, and reproducible analysis. Data availability statements and clear limitations are required.
Conflicts of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose financial and non financial interests that could influence interpretation or decision making.
Corrections and Retractions
When errors are identified, JEH issues corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions as needed to protect the scholarly record.
Research Visibility and Trust
Endocrine Expertise
Peer review is guided by clinicians and scientists who understand hormone biology and metabolic disease.
Open Access Reach
Published articles are freely accessible to researchers, clinicians, and policy teams worldwide.
Metadata Quality
Structured metadata supports discovery, citation tracking, and persistent research records.
Ethics First
Clear policies on consent, data integrity, and conflicts protect patient focused research.
Questions About Editorial Policy?
Contact the editorial office for guidance on ethics, consent, or data policies.
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Authorship Standards
All listed authors must meet accepted authorship criteria and approve the final manuscript. Contribution statements clarify individual roles.
Misconduct Handling
Allegations of misconduct are investigated according to established procedures. JEH cooperates with institutions when formal inquiries are required.
Confidentiality
Manuscripts and reviewer reports are confidential. Reviewers and editors must not share content outside the review process.
Clinical Trial Transparency
Trials should be registered and reported in line with recognized guidelines. Registration numbers must be included in the manuscript.
Appeals and Complaints
Authors may appeal decisions with a reasoned response addressing reviewer comments. Appeals are reviewed by senior editors to ensure fair consideration.
Plagiarism Screening
All submissions are screened for originality. Text overlap, duplicate publication, or inappropriate reuse may result in rejection or further investigation.
Image Integrity
Figures are reviewed for inappropriate manipulation. Adjustments must be applied uniformly and reported. Concerns are escalated for review.
Reviewer Conduct
Reviewers must provide objective, constructive feedback and disclose conflicts. The editorial office monitors review quality and timeliness.
Data Availability
A data availability statement is required for all manuscripts. Restrictions must be justified, and access procedures should be described clearly.
Corrections and Retractions
Corrections are issued for verified errors that affect interpretation. Retractions may be issued for serious integrity concerns, following established procedures.
Conflict of Interest Management
Editors and reviewers must disclose conflicts and recuse themselves when necessary. Transparent management protects decision integrity.
Use of AI Tools
Authors should disclose any use of generative AI in writing or analysis. AI tools must not replace author accountability or ethical oversight.
Patient Consent
Case reports and identifiable images require explicit patient consent. Consent statements must be included in the manuscript where applicable.
Peer Review Model
JEH uses independent expert peer review. Editors ensure reviews are objective, constructive, and focused on scientific merit and clinical relevance.
Data Access Requests
When data is restricted, authors should describe how access can be requested. Transparent access procedures support reproducibility without compromising privacy.
Post Publication Updates
If new concerns arise after publication, the editorial office evaluates evidence and issues updates to protect the scholarly record.
Policy Updates
Editorial policies are reviewed regularly to reflect evolving standards in endocrine research. Updates are communicated to editors and reviewers.
Research Involving Minors
Studies involving minors require guardian consent and assent where applicable. Authors should describe safeguards and comply with local regulations for pediatric endocrine research.
Statistical Review
Complex analyses may be reviewed by statistical experts. Authors should provide clear rationale for models, assumptions, and sensitivity analyses.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are independent of funding sources, institutional affiliations, or commercial relationships. This ensures that endocrine evidence is evaluated on merit alone. Decisions are protected from sponsor influence and preserve integrity for endocrine care decisions.
Ethics Education
Editors and reviewers are encouraged to follow best practice guidance on publication ethics. Regular updates support consistent decisions and accountability. Guidance aligns with recognized publishing standards. Training resources are available on request.
