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Author Guidelines

Unión Científica Publishing House publishes the following types of works:

I. Books

  1. Books and book chapters scientific research, and review:
    Publications focused on presenting original results derived from research projects or critical analyses of current scientific literature.

  2. Technical books:
    Works detailing strategic and methodological plans for the development of scientific and technological projects. They also include technical reports prepared by experts, serving as references in specific areas of research and practical application.

  3. Academic books:
    Academic and professional documents designed for teaching in various fields of knowledge.

II. Serial books

Serial books are periodic publications that belong to the same thematic collection. Each volume addresses a topic or subtopic related to a specific area of knowledge.

Characteristics:

  • Thematic continuity: All volumes are connected by a central thematic axis and aim to progressively expand knowledge in that area.

  • Editorial identity: The series features a uniform design, format, and numbering, ensuring easy identification within the academic community.

  • Defined periodicity: Volumes can be published annually or semiannually.

III. Collective works

Collective works are publications that compile chapters written by different authors, coordinated by one or more responsible editors. These works typically focus on a specific topic and cover various theoretical or applied perspectives.

Characteristics:

  • Editorial Coordination: One editor or a team of editors ensures the thematic and academic coherence of the chapters.

  • Diverse Contributions: Each chapter is written by individual experts or working groups, with multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary approaches.

  • Peer Review: Each contribution undergoes a double-blind peer review process.

Additional benefits of collective works and serial books

  • Promotion of collaboration: They facilitate joint work between researchers from different institutions or areas of specialization.

  • Increased academic visibility: They enhance the reach and impact of publications, attracting readers interested in specific topics.

  • Development of research areas: They help consolidate emerging or developing fields of study.

Editorial policies

  • Topic selection: The topics proposed for collective works or serial books must be relevant, current, and have a rigorous scientific approach.

  • Open calls: Researchers are invited to submit proposals for chapters or full manuscripts.

  • Editorial management: Each work or series will have an editorial team responsible for coordinating the review, editing, and publication process.

AUTHOR ROLES AND CONTRIBUTION DECLARATION

Editorial Unión Científica adopts the CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) standard to identify and recognize the specific contributions of each author in the creation of manuscripts. This approach ensures that all those involved in the research and writing are fairly acknowledged, promoting equity and clarity in authorship.

I General principles

  • Fair Recognition: Authorship must be based on substantial contributions, avoiding honorary or guest authorship.

  • Transparency: Each manuscript must include a detailed declaration of the specific contributions of each author, as defined by the CRediT categories.

  • Responsibility: All authors are collectively responsible for the manuscript content and must approve the final version before submission.

II CRediT Taxonomy: Contribution roles

The CRediT standard includes 14 roles that define the various contributions possible in the development of an academic work:

  1. Conceptualization: Development of ideas, objectives, and framing of the research.

  2. Methodology: Design and validation of the methodology applied.

  3. Software: Programming, software development, or implementation of codes for analysis.

  4. Validation: Verification of the obtained results, through repeated analysis or alternative methods.

  5. Formal analysis: Application of statistical, mathematical, or computational techniques to interpret data.

  6. Investigation: Conducting the experimental work, data collection, or evidence gathering.

  7. Resources: Provision of materials, reagents, instruments, or access to infrastructure.

  8. Data curation: Management, maintenance, and preservation of the data used.

  9. Writing – original draft: Creation of the initial manuscript version.

  10. Writing – review & editing: Critical revision and substantial editing of the text, incorporating significant improvements.

  11. Visualization: Creation of figures, tables, or graphic elements presenting the data.

  12. Supervision: Direction and responsible leadership of the research team.

  13. Project administration: Management of the activities related to the organization and execution of the project.

  14. Funding acquisition: Obtaining funding for the research.

III Mandatory declaration

During manuscript submission, authors must:

  • Complete a specific section declaring contributions according to the CRediT taxonomy.

  • Ensure that each author is recognized only for activities they have genuinely performed.

  • Declare individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria, so they can be included in the acknowledgments.

IV Resolution of authorship disputes

Any disputes related to contributions or authorship will be resolved by the editorial committee, following the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, COPE.

Editorial Unión Científica reaffirms its commitment to implementing the CRediT standard to promote the fair recognition and valuing of all authors' contributions.

PUBLICATION AREAS

Our multidisciplinary editorial committee covers a broad spectrum of knowledge areas, enabling us to offer specialized reviews with a focus on the quality and relevance of each publication. Once the double-blind peer review process is completed, the ISBN is registered with the Ecuadorian Book Chamber. The original or review research areas we support include, but are not limited to:

  • Art and design: Publications in artistic theory and practice, graphic design, visual art, digital and urban art, among others.

  • Health sciences: Research in medicine, clinical sciences, public health, dentistry, nursing, and other disciplines related to health promotion and care.

  • Economic and administrative sciences: Studies in economics, management, accounting, finance, and business that promote sustainable development and entrepreneurship in a globalized environment.

  • Natural and exact sciences: Works in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and environmental sciences that contribute to the understanding of natural phenomena and the development of scientific solutions.

  • Social sciences and humanities: Publications in history, sociology, philosophy, anthropology, and related disciplines, focused on analyzing social, cultural, and ethical issues.

  • Educational sciences: Studies in pedagogy, learning theories, educational policies, and didactic innovation aimed at improving educational quality at all levels.

  • Engineering and technology: Applied research in engineering, computer science, and advanced technology fields, impacting the development of technical solutions.

  • Innovation and entrepreneurship: Works exploring and promoting new methodologies, business models, and entrepreneurial spirit in various industries and socially responsible sectors.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another press for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

Copyright Notice

Copyright and usage license

The copyright holder of the work grants usage rights to readers under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International license, CC BY-NC-SA 4.0. . This allows free and immediate access to the work, enabling any user to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the work, as well as to index them, transfer them to software as data, or use them for any other legal purpose.

Once the work is approved and accepted for publication, the authors partially retain copyright while granting Unión Científica Publishing House the rights to reproduce and distribute the work in printed format, as well as in any other magnetic, optical, or digital medium.

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