STM Journals

Published on February 19, 2025

NOTICE: STM Journals’ Response to UGC-CARE Policy Changes

  1. Proactive Alignment with UGC-CARE Guidelines
    • STM Journals constantly reviews and updates its editorial policies and processes in line with the latest UGC-CARE requirements.
    • We have initiated a thorough audit of our peer-review mechanisms, editorial board composition, and publication ethics to ensure strict compliance.
  2. Enhanced Quality Assurance Measures
    • Robust Peer Review: Each manuscript undergoes multiple rounds of rigorous, unbiased, and blind peer review, ensuring high scientific quality and integrity.
    • Ethical Compliance: We follow international best practices (COPE, WAME, etc.) to uphold publication ethics, plagiarism checks, and conflict-of-interest disclosures.
  3. Dedicated Editorial & Advisory Boards
    • Our journals are supported by subject-matter experts from premier academic and research institutions.
    • We regularly upgrade and rotate editorial boards to incorporate fresh perspectives and maintain neutrality.
  4. Transparent Publication Practices
    • Clear Scope & Objectives: Each journal’s scope is clearly defined to maintain thematic relevance and academic rigor.
    • Open Access Options: STM Journals provides accessible publication routes to maximize visibility and citation impact for authors.
  5. Support for Indian Institutions
    • Exclusive Institutional Collaborations: We welcome partnership proposals to co-host special issues, conferences, and collaborative research projects.
    • Customized Subscription Packages: Special subscription discounts and bundles for libraries, research centers, and universities.
    • Capacity Building & Workshops: We offer training sessions on research methodology, academic writing, and publishing ethics to enhance scholarly outputs.
  6. Fast-Track Publication for High-Quality Research
    • To encourage cutting-edge research, we have introduced fast-track editorial workflows for exceptional papers, ensuring timely publication without compromising quality.
  7. Online Submission & Tracking System
    • Our robust online platform allows authors and reviewers to track manuscripts seamlessly, improving transparency and efficiency.
    • Institutions can easily monitor publication timelines and quality parameters through a dedicated dashboard.
  8. Commitment to Continuous Improvement
    • We welcome feedback from authors, reviewers, and academic institutions to refine our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of academic publishing standards.
    • Regular internal assessments and external audits help us stay aligned with emerging global best practices in scholarly publishing.
  9. Invitation to Collaborate
    • Institutions across India are encouraged to submit manuscripts, propose special thematic issues, or become official partners in various research domains.
    • Together, we can further strengthen India’s academic and research ecosystem by promoting authentic, credible, and impactful research.
  10. Contact and Further Information
  • For subscription details, manuscript submissions, or partnership inquiries, please visit journals.stmjournals.com or email us at [email protected].
  • We look forward to supporting your research endeavors and helping you meet the highest standards set by UGC-CARE.

Together, Let’s Elevate Academic Publishing Standards in India

STM Journals is committed to embracing the evolving UGC-CARE guidelines to ensure the highest caliber of published research. We invite authors, reviewers, and institutions to join us in shaping a transparent, ethical, and thriving scholarly community.

For any further clarifications or updates on how we are aligning with the UGC-CARE policies, please reach out to our editorial office or visit our website.

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