GADE: Scientific Journal is committed to promoting integrity, transparency, and excellence in the publication and dissemination of scientific knowledge. Our code of ethics establishes the standards and principles that govern the behavior of all involved in the editorial process, including authors, reviewers, editors, and the editorial team. The aim of this code is to ensure the quality and credibility of published content and foster a culture of integrity and respect in our scientific field.

1. Honesty and Originality: a. Authors must ensure that the submitted works are original and have not been published previously or are under consideration for publication elsewhere. b. Authors must properly credit and cite the sources used, avoiding plagiarism in all its forms.

2. Conflict of Interest: a. Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest that may influence the results, interpretations, or conclusions presented in their work. b. Reviewers and editors must abstain from evaluating or making editorial decisions on works in which they have a conflict of interest.

3. Respect and Confidentiality: a. Reviewers and editors must treat works and communications with authors confidentially and respectfully, avoiding any form of discrimination or bias. b. Reviewers and editors must not disclose information about the works under review, except in exceptional situations and with the express consent of the authors.

4. Rigor and Objectivity: a. Reviewers and editors must evaluate works impartially, based on scientific and methodological quality, and provide constructive and well-founded feedback. b. Authors must present their results clearly, accurately, and honestly, without distorting data to favor biased conclusions.

5. Review Process: a. Reviewers and editors must carry out the review process transparently and efficiently, clearly communicating decisions and feedback to authors. b. Authors must actively participate in the review process, responding to comments and making necessary modifications to improve the quality of the work.

6. Retraction and Corrections: a. Authors must promptly inform the editors if they discover significant errors in their published work and cooperate in timely correction or retraction. b. Editors may take appropriate action in cases of scientific misconduct, such as retracting articles if fraud, plagiarism, or serious violations of the code of ethics are detected.

7. Transparency in Funding and Support: a. Authors must disclose all sources of funding and support that have contributed to the work. b. Editors must disclose any funding or support that may influence the editorial process.

8. Respect for Copyright Policies: a. Authors must comply with the journal's copyright policies and obtain necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted materials in their work.

By adhering to this code of ethics, GADE: Scientific Journal seeks to foster a community of responsible research and commitment to scientific excellence. All involved in the editorial process must be aware of and respect these principles to maintain the integrity and quality of our scientific publication.