Plagiarism Policy | Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science

About Journal

Introduction
The Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science is a leading, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal that serves as a comprehensive platform for scholars, researchers, and professionals to explore, discuss, and share advancements in the field of computing science. Published by a distinguished editorial board, the journal bridges the gap between academia and industry, offering deep insights into the latest developments in computing technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cybersecurity, blockchain, and computational science.

Aims and Scope
The primary aim of the Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science is to promote high-quality research and innovation within the computing science discipline. The journal seeks to publish original research papers, review articles, case studies, and short communications that cover both theoretical and practical aspects of computing science. By doing so, it fosters global knowledge exchange among scientists, engineers, industry professionals, policymakers, and enthusiasts.

The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

Cybersecurity, AI-Driven Security, and Threat Intelligence

Data Science and Big Data Analytics

Cloud Computing and Edge Computing

Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Systems

Quantum Computing and Computational Models

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and User Experience (UX)

Computational Intelligence and Neural Networks

Robotics and Intelligent Automation

Advanced Circuit Design and Embedded Systems

Editorial Board and Peer Review Process
The Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science prides itself on maintaining a rigorous peer-review process. The journal's editorial board is composed of internationally recognized experts from leading universities and research institutions around the world. Each submitted manuscript undergoes a thorough double-blind peer review, ensuring that all research is evaluated on its originality, significance, methodology, and clarity before making a recommendation for acceptance, revision, or rejection.

Publication Frequency and Accessibility
The journal follows a quarterly publication schedule, with four issues released per year. As an open-access publication, all articles are freely available to researchers, practitioners, and students worldwide, ensuring no barriers to access. The journal is committed to promoting open science and accelerating technological progress by providing unrestricted access to high-quality research in computing science.

Ethical Guidelines and Research Integrity
The Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science upholds the highest standards of research integrity. Authors are required to comply with strict ethical guidelines, ensuring that their work is original, free from plagiarism, and conducted with transparency and fairness. The journal uses plagiarism detection software to maintain academic integrity and adheres to ethical protocols in all areas of computing research, including fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI and cybersecurity.

Submission Guidelines
We welcome submissions from researchers across the globe. Authors should prepare their manuscripts according to the journal’s formatting guidelines, which include proper citation practices, structured abstracts, and clear methodologies. Submissions should be made through the journal's online submission platform. Authors are encouraged to follow best practices for reproducibility and open data sharing in their research.

Author Benefits and Recognition
Publishing in the Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science offers numerous benefits to authors, including:

Increased visibility due to open-access publication

A fast, thorough peer-review process

DOI assignment for permanent citation and indexing

Opportunities to collaborate with industry leaders and policymakers

Best Paper Awards and recognition for outstanding contributions

The journal offers an excellent opportunity for authors to showcase their work in the rapidly evolving field of computing science and contribute to global technological advancements.

Plagiarism Policy
The Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science strictly enforces a plagiarism policy to maintain academic integrity and uphold the highest standards of publishing. In line with the guidelines set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), any manuscript under consideration for publication must meet stringent criteria regarding similarity and originality. Specifically, the overall similarity index should not exceed 19%, and no individual source should exceed 5% similarity. Any submission surpassing these limits will be immediately rejected.

1. Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism refers to the unethical use of another person’s ideas, work, or intellectual property without proper attribution. This includes, but is not limited to:

Direct Plagiarism: Copying text, figures, tables, or data from another source without proper citation.
Self-Plagiarism (Redundant Publication): Reusing substantial portions of previously published work without proper citation.
Mosaic Plagiarism: Paraphrasing someone else’s work while maintaining the original structure and meaning without giving credit.
Inaccurate Citation: Failing to properly cite sources or misrepresenting a source.
Image and Data Plagiarism: Using images, figures, datasets, or code from other works without appropriate permission or citation.

2. Plagiarism Detection Process
All submitted manuscripts will be screened using plagiarism detection software, such as Turnitin, iThenticate, or equivalent tools. The following process is followed:

Any manuscript with a similarity index exceeding 15% (excluding references and common phrases) will undergo further review.
Manuscripts showing more than 10% similarity to a single source will be flagged for potential plagiarism.
Minor instances of plagiarism will result in a request for revision and proper citation.
Significant instances of plagiarism will lead to immediate rejection, and the authors may be banned from submitting future work to the journal.

3. Consequences of Plagiarism
If plagiarism is detected at any stage—whether before or after publication—the following actions will be taken:

Before Publication: The manuscript will be rejected, and the authors will be notified of the reasons for the rejection.
After Publication:
- A formal retraction notice will be issued.
- The article will be removed from the journal’s archives.
- The authors' institution and funding bodies may be notified.
- The authors may be blacklisted from submitting future manuscripts to Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science.

4. Guidelines for Authors
To prevent plagiarism, authors must adhere to the following guidelines:

Properly cite all sources, including direct quotes, paraphrased text, images, data, and code.
Use quotation marks for directly copied text and ensure all sources are correctly referenced.
Ensure that the manuscript is original and has not been published elsewhere.
If reusing previously published work (e.g., methodologies, figures), proper attribution must be given, and necessary permissions should be obtained.
Authors are encouraged to check their manuscript using plagiarism detection software before submission.

5. Ethical Responsibility of Authors, Reviewers, and Editors

Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work is original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism.
Reviewers must report any suspected plagiarism they encounter while reviewing a manuscript.
Editors will investigate all plagiarism allegations thoroughly and take appropriate action according to the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

By enforcing a strict plagiarism policy, Pioneer Research Journal of Computing Science ensures the publication of high-quality, original research that upholds academic integrity and contributes responsibly to the field of computing science.