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Statement on the Use of Generative AI

The Humanities and Natural Sciences Journal recognizes the potential benefits and challenges of using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Midjourney) in the research and publishing process. Authors are required to disclose any use of GenAI in the preparation of their manuscripts, including data analysis, text generation, image creation, or any other contribution.

  • Generative AI tools cannot be listed as authors.
  • Authors bear full responsibility for the integrity, originality, and ethical compliance of the submitted work, including any content generated by AI.
  • The journal reserves the right to request additional information or clarification regarding the use of GenAI.

This policy aims to uphold transparency, research integrity, and academic standards.

Peer-Review Process

Reviewing at the journal is conducted according to international standards. Once a manuscript is submitted by an author, it is promptly forwarded to the reviewers. Articles are generally reviewed within one week of receipt via email. Reviewers complete an evaluation form, which includes the following criteria:

  • Adequacy, comprehensiveness, and modernity of the literature review.
  • Importance and justification of the research (clarity of the problem).
  • Originality of the research and its inclusion of elements of novelty and innovation.
  • Clarity of objectives and the research’s contribution to addressing community issues, as well as the applicability of its findings.
  • Clarity and practicality of the research methodology, and the consistency of procedures and tools with it.
  • Clarity of the statistical analysis tools used and their relevance to the research topic and data.
  • Significance and contribution of the results to knowledge growth and exchange.
  • Coherence, smoothness of presentation, and clarity of the writing language.
  • Accuracy of citations within the text and in the list of references.
  • The researcher’s adherence to the journal’s publication guidelines and policies.

Each manuscript is sent to at least two reviewers. If one reviewer rejects the manuscript and the other approves it, the journal will refer the manuscript to a third reviewer for a final decision.

Authors should submit their manuscripts to: info@hnjournal.net