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The «SOUTH KAZAKHSTAN SCIENCE HERALD» is a scientific and informational-analytical periodical dedicated to the dissemination of scientific knowledge and research findings of scientists from Kazakhstan and beyond in the field of the humanities. The journal covers key issues and achievements of both domestic and international science.
Publication Scope
The journal publishes original research papers from scientists and specialists affiliated with research institutions, universities, and foreign authors. Submissions must address current scientific problems, include a thorough literature review, and provide well-founded scientific conclusions.
Ethical Standards and Anti-Plagiarism Policy
The editorial board strictly adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on plagiarism and follows globally recognized ethical standards for scientific publishing, including the International Standard for Editors and Authors, adopted at the international conference «Promoting Research Integrity in a Global Environment.»
The journal accepts only high-quality original research papers. If authors use excerpts from other sources (in English or other languages), they must provide proper citations or obtain permission from the original publisher or copyright holder. Any submission found to contain plagiarized content will be rejected. If plagiarism is discovered after submission, a formal notification will be sent to the author, their affiliated institution, and the funding organization (if applicable).
Archiving Policy
The journal ensures the preservation and open access to its archives. Published materials, including peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and reference lists, are stored and made freely available. Information about all published articles is also indexed in the Scientific Electronic Library eLIBRARY.ru, allowing users to search for articles by keywords, author names, titles, and sections.
Copyright and Open Access Policy
The journal operates under an open-access model, meaning all published content is freely available to readers. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, print, and reference full-text articles under the following conditions:
- Research must adhere to ethical and legal standards and be conducted responsibly.
- Authors must present their findings honestly and transparently, without fabrication, falsification, or data manipulation.
- Research methods must be described clearly and unambiguously to ensure reproducibility and validation by other scholars.
By upholding these principles, the journal «SOUTH KAZAKHSTAN SCIENCE HERALD» aims to promote integrity and excellence in scientific research.
