The Journal of Strategic and Defense Studies (JSDS) is dedicated to publishing high-quality research in the fields of strategic and defense studies. Our aim is to foster scholarly discourse and advance knowledge in these areas while maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical conduct.
Prevention of Plagiarism: JSDS adheres strictly to policies that prevent plagiarism. Authors are required to submit original work, properly citing any sources used. Manuscripts found to contain plagiarized content will be rejected or retracted, and the authors may be subject to sanctions.
Endogeny: JSDS encourages contributions from a diverse range of scholars and practitioners. However, we maintain strict guidelines to prevent conflicts of interest, ensuring that submissions are not influenced by external factors that may compromise their integrity or objectivity. The Journal also welcomes submissions from its editorial board, which will undergo external review to prevent endogeny bias. These submissions will be evaluated by independent experts, and final decisions on acceptance will be made collaboratively by the handling editor and Editor-in-Chief to ensure transparency and impartiality. This process ensures that submissions from the editorial board are treated with the same level of scrutiny as other submissions, maintaining the journal's standards of excellence in strategic and defense studies research.
Authors’ Warranties, Copyright, and Right to Publish: Authors submitting to JSDS warrant that their work is original and has not been previously published elsewhere. Authors retain copyright of their work, granting JSDS the right to publish and distribute it. Any permissions required for third-party content must be obtained by the authors.
Open Access Policy and Licensing: JSDS is committed to open access publishing, making research freely available to the global community. Articles published in JSDS are licensed under Creative Commons licenses, allowing for maximum dissemination and reuse while ensuring proper attribution to the authors.
Archiving: JSDS utilizes appropriate archiving systems to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content. This includes partnerships with digital repositories and libraries to safeguard the integrity of the scholarly record.
Self-Archiving: Authors are encouraged to self-archive their work in institutional or subject-based repositories after publication in JSDS, provided that they adhere to the journal's policies regarding versioning and proper citation.
Advertising Policy: JSDS maintains strict policies regarding advertising, ensuring that any advertisements featured in the journal do not compromise its editorial independence or integrity. Advertisements must be relevant to the journal's scope and audience and adhere to ethical standards.
Data Sharing: Authors are encouraged to share data and supplementary materials related to their research whenever possible, in accordance with best practices for transparency and reproducibility. Data sharing policies are outlined in the journal's submission guidelines.
Informed Consent Policy: Authors conducting research involving human subjects must obtain informed consent in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulations. Manuscripts reporting such research must include a statement confirming that informed consent was obtained from participants.
International Policies and Guidance: JSDS follows international standards and guidelines for scholarly publishing, including those set forth by organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Peer Review Process: Manuscripts submitted to JSDS undergo rigorous peer review by experts in the field. Reviewers evaluate the quality, originality, and significance of the research, providing constructive feedback to authors. The peer review process is conducted confidentially, and reviewers are selected based on their expertise and impartiality. Detailed information about the peer review process is available under the reviewer menu on the journal's website.