Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

The Journal of Post-Quantum Cryptography and Systems (JPQCS), published by Riset Publishing Services LLC, is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity. The journal follows the principles and best practices established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and applies them throughout all stages of the editorial and publishing process.

The journal values transparency, academic responsibility, and accountability in scholarly publishing. Contributions from authors, reviewers, and editorial board members are essential in maintaining high editorial standards and strengthening the overall quality of published research.

All submissions to the journal undergo a double-blind peer review process, in which the identities of both reviewers and authors remain confidential during the evaluation stage. This model ensures objective assessment and helps minimise potential bias in the review process.

Manuscripts are evaluated by qualified subject experts selected by the editorial team based on their academic expertise and relevance to the submitted work. In addition to scientific evaluation, manuscripts may also undergo editorial review to ensure clarity, structure, methodological accuracy, and compliance with the journal’s publication standards established by Riset Publishing Services LLC.

The journal treats all allegations of research misconduct with seriousness and follows a structured evaluation process aligned with the recommendations of COPE. Cases of suspected ethical violations are assessed carefully by the editorial team.

Research misconduct may include, but is not limited to:

• Duplicate or overlapping publication
• Plagiarism or unattributed reuse of previously published material
• Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of research data

Concerns raised by reviewers, readers, or editors are examined through an internal assessment process to determine whether further investigation is required. When necessary, the corresponding author will be contacted and invited to provide clarification or supporting documentation.

If misconduct is confirmed, appropriate corrective actions may be taken, including manuscript rejection, publication correction, or article retraction. Where communication is insufficient or clarification cannot be obtained, the journal may refer the matter to the relevant institutional authority in accordance with the ethical policies supported by Riset Publishing Services LLC.

Requests to modify authorship details are considered only under specific circumstances and are handled according to recognized ethical publishing standards. Such requests may include:

• Addition or removal of an author before publication
• Addition or removal of an author after publication

To process an authorship change request, the journal requires:

• A written explanation describing the reason for the proposed change
• Formal confirmation from all listed authors indicating agreement with the requested modification

If agreement among contributors cannot be reached, the editorial process may be temporarily suspended until the issue is resolved. In cases involving published articles, unresolved disputes may be referred to the relevant academic or institutional authority for independent review.

The editorial team, reviewers, authors, and publisher share responsibility for maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. All participants involved in the publication process are expected to act in good faith, disclose any potential conflicts of interest, and adhere to accepted ethical standards in academic publishing.

Through these practices, the Journal of Post-Quantum Cryptography and Systems and its publisher Riset Publishing Services LLC aim to promote responsible research communication and uphold trust within the global scholarly community.