Genius Journal of Public Health (GJPH) requires that all research involving human participants be conducted in accordance with internationally recognized ethical principles, including the Declaration of Helsinki and the ethical guidelines issued by the Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences (CIOMS).

All manuscripts reporting research involving human participants must include a clear Statement of Ethics Approval specifying:

• The name of the ethics committee or Institutional Review Board (IRB) that approved the study
• The approval number and date of approval (where applicable)
• Confirmation that informed consent was obtained from all participants

If ethical approval was not required for a specific study design, authors must provide a clear and justified explanation. Editors evaluate ethical considerations beyond the presence of formal approval. Ethical assessment may include consideration of:

• Any deviation from accepted clinical practice
• Additional burdens imposed on research participants
• Potential risks posed to participants
• Direct benefits to participants
• Broader societal and scientific benefits of the research

Where ethical concerns arise, Editors may request:

• Further explanation of the ethical justification of the study
• Contact details of the approving ethics committee or IRB
• Additional documentation supporting ethical compliance

Editors may consult internal editorial colleagues or independent ethical advisors when necessary. In complex situations, guidance may be sought in accordance with the principles and recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

If a study is considered ethically unsound, the Editor may request clarification, recommend institutional investigation, or take appropriate editorial action. Ethical concerns may be addressed independently of the scientific merit of the manuscript.

In exceptional circumstances, contextual differences in local research governance may be considered. However, publication decisions will prioritize participant safety, ethical integrity, and the broader societal value of the research.

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 Editorial Responsibility in Ethical Concerns

When ethical concerns arise, Genius Journal of Public Health (GJPH) follows internationally recognized ethical standards to ensure fair evaluation and the protection of research participants and animal welfare. Editorial actions may include requests for clarification, consultation with ethical experts, notification of relevant institutions, publication of corrections, or rejection of the manuscript when appropriate.