Editorial Policy

 

Editorial Policy

Scope and Focus

The journal *Physical Activity and Human Development* is an academic-scientific platform aimed at disseminating innovative and rigorous knowledge in the field of Human Movement Sciences. Its mission is to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through the publication of original and unpublished articles derived from empirical research, theoretical studies, systematic reviews, and significant experiences related to physical activity, exercise, recreation, sports, physical therapy, health, and physical education.

The journal targets researchers, professionals, educators, and students interested in understanding, analyzing, and intervening in phenomena linked to human movement from a multidisciplinary perspective that integrates scientific, pedagogical, social, and biomedical viewpoints. Contributions that promote academic dialogue, critical reflection, and transformation of realities in local, regional, national, and international contexts are prioritized.

Types of Accepted Manuscripts

  • Original research articles
  • Literature reviews
  • Academic essays and reflections
  • Case reports
  • Short communications on preliminary results

All manuscripts must be unpublished and not under review by other journals.

Peer Review Process

Receiving an article by the *Physical Activity and Human Development* journal does not imply an obligation for publication or a commitment regarding its publication date. Under no circumstances will authors be paid for including their work in the journal.

The journal reserves all legal reproduction rights of the articles it publishes. Once the article is submitted to the journal, the editor will send the author an acknowledgment of receipt by email. All articles are initially reviewed by the Editor to verify compliance with presentation criteria. If adjustments are required, the author will be notified immediately. It is important for the author to keep copies of all submitted materials. At any time, the author may request information about the status of the article via the journal's email.

When the article meets the formal guidelines, it will be presented to the Editorial Committee through the journal's director for general review and assignment of two Academic Peers, who will evaluate its scientific and academic quality using a specific review format. Academic Peers are experts in the article’s subject area. The identities of both authors and reviewers will remain anonymous. All articles undergo a double-blind peer review by at least two external experts.

Once peer reviews are available, the director of the journal will inform the author of the reviewers' comments and allow time for a response and necessary adjustments. If the reviewers’ evaluations differ significantly or special circumstances arise, additional reviewers will be assigned by the Committee for a comprehensive evaluation.

The Editorial Committee will decide on the article after the author's revisions, which may result in: final acceptance, acceptance with modifications, or rejection. The director will inform the author of the final decision.

Authors of accepted articles must complete a professional resume form before publication. The accepted article then undergoes English and style corrections. Before publication, the author will receive a copy of the final version for approval.

Each manuscript is evaluated through a double-blind process (anonymity of authors and reviewers) to ensure impartiality. The process includes:

  • Initial editorial review
  • Evaluation by two external experts
  • Final decision based on reviewer comments

The average review and publication times will be communicated once the process begins.

Open Access Policy

The journal is open access under the license Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0), allowing free consultation and download of all its contents.

Originality and Anti-Plagiarism

Submitted manuscripts must be original. The journal uses Turnitin software for plagiarism and self-plagiarism detection. Any significant similarity with published works may result in immediate rejection.

Copyright

Authors retain the copyright of their articles and authorize the journal to reproduce, publish, distribute, and publicly communicate the material in any format or medium, always citing the correct authorship.

Publication Fee

The journal *CIE. Knowledge, Research and Education* does not charge submission, review, or publication fees. The entire process is completely free for authors and readers.

Digital Preservation Policy

The journal ensures the digital preservation of its contents through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform and assigns a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to each published article to guarantee long-term accessibility and traceability.

Code of Ethics

The journal adheres to the academic integrity principles recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to act responsibly, honestly, and respectfully throughout the editorial process.

Interoperability and Indexing

The journal ensures the availability of high-quality metadata to facilitate indexing in national and international databases, thereby increasing its academic visibility and impact.

Ownership and Management

The journal is owned by the Universidad de Pamplona and managed by the Vice-Rectorate for Research. Its publication and funding are made possible through budget allocations for scientific publications.

Contact

For inquiries or manuscript submissions, please contact us via the journal's official email or through the institutional portal: www.unipamplona.edu.co