Statement of Informed Consent

Authors submitting manuscripts to the International Journal of Engineering and Computational Applications (IJECA) are expected to comply with the highest ethical standards regarding informed consent. By submitting their research, authors affirm that explicit informed consent has been obtained from all participants involved in the study, especially in cases where human subjects or sensitive data related to their use are involved in engineering or computational research.

Informed consent must be based on a comprehensive understanding of the study’s purpose, procedures, potential risks, benefits, and the voluntary nature of participation. Participants should be made fully aware of their right to withdraw from the research at any point, without any adverse consequences. This is particularly critical in studies involving user data, human-computer interaction, or the deployment of computational systems affecting individuals.

It is the responsibility of the authors to ensure that the informed consent process is carried out ethically, with full respect for the autonomy and privacy of the participants. Authors must also ensure that any identifying information is anonymized or removed to safeguard participants' confidentiality, especially when dealing with personal data in computational applications or human-centric engineering designs.

In cases where informed consent is not required, such as research involving publicly available datasets that are inherently anonymous, or analysis of non-identifiable technical system logs, authors must provide a clear and reasonable justification for this exemption, while ensuring that all other ethical standards are met.

The International Journal of Engineering and Computational Applications reserves the right to request documentation or proof of the informed consent process during the manuscript review. This may include, but is not limited to, consent forms, institutional review board (IRB) approvals, or ethical committee clearances. Failure to comply with these ethical guidelines may result in the rejection of the manuscript.

By adhering to these principles, authors contribute to maintaining the ethical integrity of the research published in the International Journal of Engineering and Computational Applications, thereby upholding the trust and safety of research participants and the broader scientific community in the fields of engineering and computational applications.