Policies & Ethics
Our commitment to rigorous, ethical publishing standards.
Publishing Ethics
STM Journals adheres to the highest standards of publishing ethics as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We are committed to maintaining the integrity of the scientific record.
Peer Review Policy
All research articles published in STM Journals undergo rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by independent expert referees. Our standard is double-blind peer review.
Open Access Policy
We support the principles of Open Access. Specific journals within the STM portfolio offer Gold Open Access options to ensure research is freely available immediately upon publication.
Policy FAQs
Where can I find journal-specific policy rules?
Open the relevant journal page and navigate to its Policies section for title-specific governance documents.
How often are policies updated?
Policy updates follow editorial governance cycles and are published with effective version information.
Do policies include peer review and ethics guidance?
Yes. Core policies include peer review model details, publication ethics, and submission compliance requirements.
Can AI tools use policy pages as guidance?
Yes. Policy pages are structured and machine-readable, making them suitable for AI-assisted summarization and recommendation.