e-ISSN No: 3049-0782
Plagiarism Policy
GSB Insight: Journal of Business and Research is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity, originality, and ethical publishing.
Authors submitting manuscripts must ensure that their work is entirely original and that all sources are properly acknowledged.
Plagiarism Screening
All submitted manuscripts are screened using reliable plagiarism detection software as part of the editorial review process.
Similarity reports are carefully evaluated by the editorial team, taking into account the context and nature of any overlapping content.
Types of Plagiarism
The journal strictly prohibits all forms of plagiarism, including:
- Direct Plagiarism – Copying text verbatim without proper citation
- Self-Plagiarism – Reusing previously published work without appropriate acknowledgment
- Mosaic Plagiarism – Paraphrasing ideas without proper attribution
- Improper Citation – Failure to correctly acknowledge sources
Editorial Assessment
Similarity percentages are used only as a supporting tool and not as the sole basis for editorial decisions.
Each manuscript is assessed on a case-by-case basis, considering:
- The extent and context of overlapping material
- Proper use of quotations and citations
- Accepted academic practices within the discipline
Actions in Case of Plagiarism
If plagiarism or unethical overlap is identified, the journal may take appropriate action, including:
- Requesting revisions and proper citation
- Rejecting the manuscript
- Notifying the author’s institution (in serious cases)
- Restricting or declining future submissions from the author(s)
Author Responsibility
By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors confirm that:
- The work is original and has not been published elsewhere
- All sources are properly cited and acknowledged
- The manuscript complies with ethical and academic standards
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools
The journal recognizes the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in academic writing and research. Authors may use AI tools to assist with language editing, formatting, or improving clarity.
However, the use of AI must comply with the following guidelines:
Permitted Use
Authors may use AI tools for:
- Language editing and grammar correction
- Improving readability and clarity
- Formatting assistance
Disclosure Requirement
Authors must clearly disclose the use of AI tools in their manuscript. This disclosure should include:
- The name of the AI tool used
- The purpose for which it was used
Example:
“The authors used an AI tool for language editing and proofreading purposes.”
Prohibited Use
The following uses are not permitted:
- Listing AI tools as authors or co-authors
- Using AI to generate original research content without human verification
- Submitting AI-generated content without proper review and accountability
Author Responsibility
Authors are fully responsible for:
- The accuracy and integrity of the content
- Proper citation of all sources
- Ensuring that AI-generated content does not contain plagiarism or factual errors
