Editorial Freedom, Publication Ethics, and Journal Policies
UP State Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery (UPJOHNS)
EDITORIAL BOARD
(All editorial board members have consented to their inclusion)
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Name |
Role |
Designation |
Affiliation |
Location |
|
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Dr. Rajan Bhargava |
Chairman |
Consultant ENT Surgeon |
Regency Hospital |
Kanpur, India |
chairman@upjohns.co.in |
|
Dr. Sumit Sharma |
Editor-in-Chief |
Professor & Head, Department of ENT |
Dr KNS Memorial Institute of Medical Sciences |
Barabanki, India |
editor@upjohns.co.in |
|
Dr. Alok Thakar |
National Advisor |
Professor of Otolaryngology & Head-Neck Surgery |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences |
New Delhi, India |
|
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Dr. Anupam Mishra |
National Advisor |
Professor & Head, Department of ENT |
King George Medical University |
Lucknow, India |
amishra_ent@yahoo.com |
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Dr. Ashutosh Kackar |
International Advisor |
Professor, Department of ENT |
Weill Cornell Medicine |
New York, United States |
ask9001@med.cornell.edu |
|
Dr. Raghav Dwivedi |
International Advisor |
Department of Otolaryngology |
Royal Infirmary |
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom |
raghav.dwivedi@nhs.net |
|
Dr. Amit Keshri |
Associate Editor (Head & Neck Surgery) |
Professor & Head, Department of Head & Neck Surgery |
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences |
Lucknow, India |
amitkeshri2000@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Amit Kumar Rana |
Associate Editor (General ENT) |
Professor, Department of ENT & Head & Neck Surgery |
Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences |
Bareilly, India |
dr.akrana@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Amrita Srivastava |
Associate Editor (Clinical Research) |
Professor, Department of ENT |
Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College |
Kanpur, India |
dramritasrivastava@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Jitendra Singh Yadav |
Associate Editor (Academic Affairs) |
Professor & Head, Department of ENT |
Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College |
Jhansi, India |
drjy50@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Robert Vincent |
Section Editor (Otology – International) |
Otologist Surgeon |
Causse Ear Clinic |
Béziers, France |
robvinc34@gmail.com |
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Dr. Meenakshi Singh |
Section Editor (Rhinology & Allergy) |
Senior Consultant, Department of ENT |
Heritage Hospital |
Varanasi, India |
meensingh668@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Rajesh Yadav |
Section Editor (Otology & Neurotology) |
Director & Chief Consultant |
Rajdeep ENT Hospital & Microsurgery Centre |
Gorakhpur, India |
rajeshyadav1@yahoo.com |
|
Dr. Vinit Kumar Sharma |
Associate Editor (Surgical ENT) |
Professor & Head, Department of ENT |
Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College |
Meerut, India |
drvineetsharma99@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Carlos Figueroa |
Section Editor (Otology & Neurotology – International) |
ENT Specialist; Otology & Neurotology Fellow |
Instituto Guatemalteco de Seguridad Social |
Guatemala |
carlosafr@gmail.com |
|
Dr. Yong Ju Jang |
Section Editor (Head & Neck Surgery – International) |
Professor & Head, Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Head & Neck Surgery |
Asan Medical Centre |
Seoul, South Korea |
int@amc.seoul.kr |
Aims & Scope
The UP State Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery (UPJOHNS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal committed to advancing scientific knowledge and clinical practice in the field of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery.
The journal publishes high-quality research in the following areas:
- Otology and Neurotology
- Rhinology and Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Laryngology and Voice Disorders
- Head & Neck Surgery and Oncology
- Pediatric ENT
- Audiology and Hearing Sciences
- Skull Base Surgery
- Facial Plastic Surgery
- Allergy, Sleep Medicine, and Airway Disorders
- Speech and Swallowing Disorders
- Minimally Invasive ENT procedures
Submissions are invited from clinicians, researchers, academicians, and healthcare professionals at both national and international levels.
Types of Articles Accepted:
Original research articles, review articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, case series, and technical notes.
Indexing and Abstracting
The journal is actively applying for recognized indexing databases such as DOAJ, Scopus, and PubMed.
Editorial Freedom and Independence
The UP State Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery (UPJOHNS) is committed to upholding the highest standards of editorial freedom, independence, and integrity in scholarly publishing. The journal adheres to the principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME), and the DOAJ Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing.
Editorial Authority and Decision-Making
The Editor-in-Chief has full and independent authority over all editorial content and decisions, including but not limited to:
- Acceptance, revision, or rejection of manuscripts
- Management of the peer-review process
- Decisions regarding corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions
- Scheduling and timing of publication
All editorial decisions are based solely on:
- Scientific merit and originality
- Methodological rigor and validity
- Ethical integrity and compliance
- Relevance to the journal’s scope and readership
Editorial Independence
The editorial process operates independently of the publisher, sponsoring organization, and any affiliated institutions. Editorial decisions are made without any interference or influence from:
- Commercial or financial interests
- Advertising or marketing considerations
- Sponsorship or funding sources
- Institutional or political affiliations
The journal maintains a strict separation between editorial functions and business operations to ensure unbiased decision-making.
Protection of Editorial Freedom
The Editor-in-Chief has direct and unrestricted access to the highest level of journal ownership or governance to safeguard editorial independence. No external entity, including the publisher or sponsors, has the authority to influence editorial decisions.
Editorial Board Transparency
The complete editorial board is publicly displayed on the journal website and includes:
- Full names of members
- Institutional affiliations
- Country of affiliation
- Editorial roles
Appointments are based on academic qualifications, expertise, and publication record.
Roles and Responsibilities of the Editor
Responsibilities Toward the Journal
- Making final decisions on manuscripts
- Ensuring originality and preventing misconduct
- Managing peer review in a confidential and unbiased manner
- Assigning qualified independent reviewers
- Evaluating reviewer comments objectively
- Maintaining scientific quality and integrity
- Facilitating statistical and methodological review when required
- Handling corrections, retractions, and ethical concerns
- Ensuring timely publication
Responsibilities Toward Authors
- Providing fair and unbiased evaluation
- Maintaining confidentiality of submissions
- Ensuring transparent communication
- Avoiding conflicts of interest
- Providing a structured appeals mechanism
Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
The journal adheres to the ethical standards of COPE, ICMJE, WAME, and DOAJ.
The journal strictly prohibits:
- Plagiarism
- Duplicate or redundant publication
- Data fabrication or falsification
- Image manipulation
- Citation manipulation
- Unethical research practices
COPE flowcharts are followed for managing ethical issues.
Research Ethics Policy
All research must comply with established ethical standards.
Manuscripts must include:
- Institutional Ethics Committee approval
- Informed consent from participants
- Clinical trial registration (if applicable)
- Animal ethics approval (if applicable)
All studies must adhere to the Declaration of Helsinki.
Clinical Trial Registration
Clinical trials must be prospectively registered in recognized registries such as CTRI.
Data Sharing and Reproducibility
Authors are encouraged to include a data availability statement.
Authors are responsible for:
- Accuracy of data
- Integrity of results
- Reproducibility of findings
The journal reserves the right to request raw data.
Metadata Policy
Each article includes the following metadata:
- Title
- Authors
- Affiliations
- Abstract
- Keywords
- DOI
- ORCID IDs
- Submission and publication dates
- Licensing information
Publication Details
- Journal Title: UPJOHNS
- ISSN (Print): 2321-3450
- ISSN (Online): To be updated upon allotment
- Publisher: Association of Otolaryngologists of India – Uttar Pradesh Chapter
- Frequency: Biannual
- DOI Registration Agency: Crossref
Article Processing Timeline
- Initial Screening: 1–2 weeks
- Peer Review: 4–6 weeks
- Revision by Authors: 2–4 weeks (depending on revisions required)
- Final Decision: 1–2 weeks after resubmission
- Production and Publication: 2–3 weeks
Summary:
- Average time from submission to first decision: 4–6 weeks
- Average time from acceptance to publication: 2–3 weeks
Ahead of Print Policy
Accepted articles may be published online ahead of issue release with an assigned DOI.
Accessibility Statement
UPJOHNS is committed to ensuring accessibility and usability for all users, including those with disabilities.
Office Bearers Contact Information
Website: https://www.upjohns.co.in
General Email: upaoijournal@gmail.com
Editor: editor@upjohns.co.in
Editorial Chairman: chairman@upjohns.co.in