Authorship Dispute Policy

Authorship Dispute Policy

At CRID Conferences, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical research and publication practices. Authorship represents both credit and responsibility. This policy outlines how we define authorship and how we handle disputes related to it.

Definition of Authorship

An author is defined as someone who has made a significant intellectual contribution to the research and writing of a paper. This typically includes:

• Substantial contributions to the conception, design, data collection, analysis, or interpretation.
• Drafting or critically revising the manuscript for important intellectual content.
• Final approval of the version to be published.
• Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work.

All individuals listed as authors must meet all four criteria.

Author Contributions Statement

During submission, authors are required to submit an Author Contributions Statement specifying each contributor’s role (e.g., writing, analysis, supervision, etc.). This promotes transparency and helps avoid disputes.

Common Authorship Disputes

Examples of disputes include:

• Exclusion of contributors who meet authorship criteria.
• Inclusion of individuals who did not contribute substantially (also known as “gift authorship”).
• Disagreements over author order or contribution levels.

Dispute Resolution Process

If a dispute arises, CRID follows these steps:

1. Initial Notification: The disputing party must submit a formal written complaint to the CRID Editorial Board at ethics@cridglobal.org.
2. Documentation Review: We will request and review submission records, author communication, and contribution statements.
3. Author Communication: All listed authors will be contacted to provide their side of the story and supporting evidence.
4. Independent Evaluation: An ethics review panel, independent of the editorial team, will assess the situation impartially.
5. Outcome Notification: All involved parties will be informed of the decision. Remedies may include author removal, correction notices, or article withdrawal.

Note: CRID does not mediate disputes involving institutional or legal proceedings but may cooperate with relevant authorities upon request.

Preventive Best Practices

To prevent authorship disputes, we strongly encourage:

• Discussing authorship roles and order before starting the project.
• Keeping written records of all contributions and agreements.
• Being transparent and ethical throughout the research and submission process.

Confidentiality

All authorship disputes are handled with strict confidentiality and sensitivity. Our priority is to protect academic integrity while treating all parties with fairness and respect.

Need Help?

If you are facing or anticipating an authorship-related issue, please reach out to our ethics team at:
ethics@cridglobal.org

We are here to help ensure fair recognition for all contributors.