Geospatial and Earth System Science (GESS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The journal follows internationally accepted ethical principles throughout the editorial and publication process to ensure the quality, originality, and credibility of published research.

Originality & Plagiarism:

Submissions must be original work not previously published or currently under review by another journal. We strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism; all manuscripts undergo rigorous similarity checks before peer review.

Data Sharing:

Authors are highly encouraged to share supplementary data and code that support their findings to promote transparency and reproducibility in earth system sciences.

Authorship Criteria:

All listed authors must have made significant scientific contributions to the research. Ghost, guest, and gift authorship are strictly prohibited.

Conflicts of Interest:

 Authors must declare any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of their manuscript

Malpractice Statement:

In cases of alleged or proven scientific misconduct, fraudulent publication, or plagiarism, the editorial board will take appropriate action to clarify the situation and, if necessary, issue retractions or corrections. 

Ethical Guidelines:

The journal is committed to promoting responsible research and ethical publishing practices in accordance with internationally recognized publishing standards and best practices.