Focus & Ethics

Focus

Journal of Applied Sciences and Archaeology is an interdisciplinary platform dedicated to advancing research and knowledge in the fields of applied sciences and archaeology. The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, case studies and short communications that address contemporary issues, methodologies and innovations in these domains.

Key areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

  • Applied Sciences, physics, chemistry, Archaeological and material studies

  • Fieldwork methodologies, excavation techniques and site analysis

  • Environmental and earth sciences in archaeological contexts

  • Applications of technology such as GIS, remote sensing and digital archaeology

  • Conservation, heritage management and preservation practices

  • Interdisciplinary studies bridging natural sciences, engineering and archaeology

The journal aims to serve as a forum for scholars, researchers and practitioners to share findings that contribute to a deeper understanding of human history, cultural heritage and the application of science in archaeological inquiry.

Ethics

Journal of Applied Sciences and Archaeology upholds the highest ethical standards in publishing. Authors must adhere to the following ethical guidelines:

  1. Consent and Confidentiality

    • Authors must obtain informed written consent from patients (or their legal guardians) before submitting case reports.

    • Identifiable patient information (names, images or other personal details) should be anonymized unless explicit consent is given for disclosure.

  2. Ethical Compliance

    • Case reports should comply with ethical guidelines, including those outlined by the relevant institutional review boards.

    • Any off-label or experimental treatments must be clearly stated and justified.

  3. Conflict of Interest and Transparency

    • Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest or financial relationships that may influence the content of the report.

    • Funding sources should be acknowledged to maintain transparency.

  4. Plagiarism and Data Integrity

    • Submissions must be original and free from plagiarism, fabrication or falsification of data.

  5. Authorship and Contributions

    • All listed authors must have made substantial contributions to the case report and agree to the final manuscript.

    • Ghost-writing or honorary authorship is strictly prohibited.

By adhering to these ethical principles, the journal ensures the integrity, credibility and reliability of published case reports, contributing to the advancement of sciences and archaeology.