Editorial PoliciesJournal of Applied Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
JRAI maintains clear policies to protect research quality and clinical trust.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are based on scientific merit, clinical relevance, and ethical compliance. APC payments do not influence outcomes.
Peer Review Standards
JRAI uses independent expert review focused on methodology, validation quality, and clinical impact.
Ethics and Research Integrity
Submissions are screened for plagiarism and ethical compliance. Concerns are addressed through documented procedures.
Conflicts of Interest
Authors, editors, and reviewers must disclose conflicts. Transparency protects patient safety and research integrity.
Corrections and Retractions
If errors are identified after publication, JRAI issues corrections or retractions to preserve the scholarly record.
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Clinical and Engineering Impact
JRAI focuses on research that advances patient outcomes and technical performance. We emphasize reproducible methods, transparent reporting, and practical implementation insights for robotics and AI systems in surgery and healthcare.
Author Support
The editorial office provides guidance on scope, formatting, and compliance so research teams can move efficiently from submission to publication. Clear communication helps interdisciplinary teams align technical and clinical expectations.
Appeals and Complaints
Authors may appeal decisions with evidence based responses. Complaints are reviewed transparently by the editorial office.
Data Verification
Editors may request data or documentation to resolve questions about reliability or reproducibility.
Authorship Criteria
All listed authors must meet accepted authorship criteria and approve the final manuscript. Contribution statements help clarify individual roles and responsibilities.
Clinical Trial Registration
Prospective clinical trials should be registered in a recognized registry. Registration details should be included in the manuscript.
Research Ethics
Human and animal studies require ethics committee approval and informed consent where applicable. Missing documentation may result in desk rejection.
Data Availability
Authors should include a data availability statement describing how supporting data can be accessed or why restrictions apply. Transparency supports reproducibility.
Corrections and Retractions
If post publication issues arise, the journal may issue corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions to preserve the scholarly record.
Reviewer Conduct
Reviewers must maintain confidentiality, disclose conflicts, and provide constructive feedback. The editorial office monitors adherence to these standards.
Image and Content Integrity
Submissions are screened for originality and image integrity. Concerns are addressed according to documented procedures.
Peer Review Model
JRAI uses independent expert peer review with clear evaluation criteria. Editors ensure reviews remain objective, constructive, and focused on scientific merit.
Confidentiality
Submitted manuscripts and reviewer reports are confidential. Editors and reviewers must not share content outside the review process.
Misconduct Handling
Allegations of misconduct are investigated following documented procedures. The journal cooperates with institutions when formal inquiries are required.
Decision Transparency
Decision letters summarize key review points and specify required revisions. Transparent communication helps authors respond effectively.
Post Publication Review
If new concerns arise after publication, the editorial office evaluates evidence and issues updates as needed to protect the record.
Policy Updates
Editorial policies are reviewed regularly to align with evolving standards in robotics, AI, and clinical research. Updates are communicated to editors and reviewers.
Human Subject Protections
Manuscripts involving human participants must document consent, privacy safeguards, and ethics approval. Failure to meet these requirements may result in rejection.
Data and Code Ethics
Authors should disclose data provenance, usage permissions, and potential bias sources. Ethical data practices improve trust in AI outcomes and robotic systems.
Publication Ethics Training
Editors and reviewers are encouraged to follow ethics guidance and best practices to maintain consistent and fair decision making.
Appeal Process Timeline
Appeals should be submitted with supporting evidence and a concise response to reviewer comments. The editorial office will review appeals promptly and communicate next steps.
Claims and Overstatement
Authors should avoid overstating clinical performance or regulatory readiness. Clear limitations and evidence based claims protect patient safety and scientific credibility.
AI Model Transparency
Authors should describe model training data, validation strategies, and limitations, including bias assessment and performance across subgroups. Clear reporting supports reproducibility, appropriate clinical interpretation, and safer deployment of robotic and AI systems.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure
All authors, editors, and reviewers must disclose financial or non financial interests that could influence judgment, including industry ties, patents, or advisory roles. Disclosures are published with accepted articles to maintain transparency.
Regulatory Context
Submissions should distinguish research findings from regulatory approval status and cite applicable guidance when discussing clinical deployment. This reduces ambiguity for readers.
