R1. Analysis
- The modern scientific edifice rests on the publication system. The publication system is based on a scientifically robust, honest and sustainable review process. The review process requires ethical behavior.
- The unique duty of the reviewers is to assist in the selection of the most appropriate papers for presentation or publication or both, from the submissions received.
- While each event defines its specific acceptance criteria and relative weightings:
- scientific quality;
- originality;
- generality of the results;
- relevance of the topic and area;
- positioning with respect to the state of the art;
- application of generally recognized principles of research and publication;
- quality of the evidence supporting the proclaimed results;
- software and other resources