1. Definitions
1.1. “Author” refers to the individual who completes and submits the manuscript submission form, acting on behalf of any co-authors (if applicable).
1.2. “Publisher” refers to International Scientific Publications, including its editorial board, journal staff, and all individuals or entities operating under the Publisher’s authority.
2. Acceptance of Terms
2.1. By submitting a manuscript, the Author confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as all relevant policies on the Publisher’s website.
2.2. These Terms and Conditions may be amended or updated from time to time. Authors are responsible for regularly reviewing them.
3. Personal Data
3.1. The Author, acting on behalf of all co-authors (if applicable), represents and warrants that all personal information provided to the Publisher is valid, current, and accurate. This includes personal information of all co-authors.
3.2. The Author consents to the collection, storage, and processing of this data by the Publisher in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
3.3. The Author is responsible for informing all co-authors about the Publisher's Terms and Conditions, including the provisions related to personal data, and ensuring that they understand and agree to them.
3.4. The Publisher will use personal data solely for purposes related to the publication process, invoicing, or other legitimate publishing-related activities.
4. Authorship and Originality
4.1. The Author guarantees that all listed co-authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript submission, and that the manuscript is submitted with their explicit consent.
4.2. The Author certifies that the manuscript is the original work of the listed authors and has not been previously published, nor is it under consideration for publication elsewhere.
4.3. The Author must immediately inform the Publisher if the manuscript is submitted for publication or published elsewhere during the review process.
5. Author Responsibilities
5.1. The Author bears full responsibility for the content of the submitted manuscript and all consequences arising from its publication or disclosure.
5.2. The Author must ensure the manuscript does not violate any copyrights, publishing ethics, or any requirements stated by the Publisher.
5.3. The Author is responsible for ensuring that the manuscript is free from plagiarism and misleading information, and that all sources are cited accurately and completely.
5.4. The Author agrees to participate fully in the peer review process and to provide revisions or clarifications when requested.
5.5. If revisions are requested, the Author must submit the revised manuscript within the timeframe specified by the Publisher (usually 30 days); otherwise, the manuscript may be rejected and a new submission may be required.
5.6. The Author must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of the manuscript. The corresponding Author is responsible for submitting the conflict of interest declaration on behalf of all co-authors.
5.7. The Author must acknowledge any funding sources or sponsors that contributed to the research or publication. Other sources of support (e.g., language editing, editorial assistance) must be clearly identified in the manuscript, typically in an acknowledgment section.
5.8. The Author must disclose the use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript, including but not limited to AI-assisted writing, image generation, data analysis, or language editing. This disclosure should specify the AI tools used and their specific applications within the research and writing process.
6. Submission Guidelines
6.1. All manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English and formatted according to the journal’s guidelines.
6.2. The Author agrees to a peer review process that will determine whether the manuscript is accepted, requires revision, or is rejected.
6.4. The Publisher reserves the right to edit or correct manuscripts for clarity, style, and format without altering the scientific content.
7. Errors and Retractions
7.1. Authors are obliged to immediately notify the Publisher of any errors discovered before or after publication. The Author and the Publisher will collaborate to determine whether a correction, an erratum, or a retraction is necessary.
7.2. Articles may be retracted in cases of significant errors, research misconduct (including plagiarism, fabrication, and falsification of data), redundant publication, unethical research practices, or copyright infringement.
8. Copyright and Licensing
8.1. The Author retains copyright ownership of their work.
8.2. Upon acceptance, the Author agrees that the manuscript will be published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) License, which allows others to share and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given to the Author(s).
8.3. Upon acceptance, the Author grants the Publisher an exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to publish, reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works of the article in all formats and media, including print and electronic.
9. Invoicing
9.1. Invoices for publication fees are sent electronically to the email address provided by the Author during the manuscript submission process.
9.2. To receive an invoice on behalf of a company or organization, the Author must clearly indicate this during the manuscript submission process and provide the necessary billing information. Otherwise, the invoice will be issued to the individual who completed the submission form.
9.3. In compliance with financial regulations, the payee named on the invoice (individual or organization) must match the entity making the bank transfer payment. Therefore, it is not possible to issue an invoice to a company or organization if the payment is made by an individual, or vice versa.
9.4. All publication fees are non-refundable once the payment has been processed.
10. Warranties and Indemnification
10.1. The Author warrants that they have the full right and authority to enter into these Terms and Conditions and grant the licenses described herein.
10.2. The Author agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Publisher from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from any breach of these Terms and Conditions or any infringement of third-party rights.
11. Disclaimer
11.1. The Publisher makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the content of published articles or the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information contained therein.
11.2. The Publisher disclaims all liability for any damages arising from the use of published articles or the information contained therein.
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Bulgaria. Any dispute arising from these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Bulgaria.