Research Ethics

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How to Report Failed Experiments Honestly and Usefully
ByYong-hwa (용화) 2026-06-012026-06-08

In scientific and technological research, failed experiments are often viewed as setbacks rather than meaningful contributions. Many researchers hesitate to report unsuccessful outcomes because academic publishing has historically favored positive results, statistically significant findings, and successful system performance. However, modern research culture is increasingly recognizing that failed experiments can provide valuable scientific insight when reported…

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Is It Worth Suggesting Reviewers When Submitting a Paper?
ByDavid James 2026-05-25

When submitting a journal article, review article, or survey manuscript, authors are often asked to suggest potential reviewers. For many researchers, this step feels uncertain: Will suggested reviewers actually be used? Could suggesting reviewers look biased? Is it better to leave the decision entirely to the editor? The short answer is: yes, it is worth…

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What Plagiarism Screening Checks and What It Does Not
ByYong-hwa (용화) 2026-04-222026-05-05

Plagiarism screening has become a standard step in modern academic publishing. Most journals now use similarity detection tools to ensure that submitted manuscripts meet ethical and originality standards. However, there is a common misconception: a similarity report is not the same as a judgment of plagiarism. Understanding what these tools can and cannot do is…

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When Should a Reviewer Decline an Invitation?
BySadia Zahid 2026-04-132026-05-15

Peer review is a cornerstone of scholarly publishing, ensuring that research is evaluated with rigor, integrity, and expertise. However, accepting every review invitation is neither practical nor ethical. Knowing when to decline a review request is just as important as conducting a high-quality review. At Crosslink Studies (CLS), we emphasize responsible and ethical peer review…

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Meet the Peer Review Process: Why Confidentiality, Fairness, and Timeliness Matter
BySadia Zahid 2026-04-112026-04-18

In scholarly publishing, the peer review process is more than a procedural checkpoint, it is the foundation upon which academic credibility, integrity, and trust are built. Every manuscript submitted to a reputable journal undergoes rigorous evaluation by subject experts, ensuring that published research meets the highest standards of quality, originality, and relevance. At Crosslink Studies…

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Core Values
ByDavid James 2026-04-052026-04-06

At CrossLink Studies [CLS], we are guided by a clear purpose: to advance the exchange of scientific knowledge across disciplines, strengthen the quality and integrity of scholarly communication, and widen the reach of research for the benefit of society. The following core values reflect the principles consistently emphasized across our mission, editorial framework, and ethics…

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