Post Publication Discussion

RETIPA (Riset Teknologi Pangan dan Hasil Pertanian) recognizes the importance of post-publication discussion in maintaining scientific transparency, encouraging scholarly exchange, and safeguarding the integrity of the academic record.

The journal welcomes constructive feedback, critical comments, and evidence-based discussions concerning articles published in RETIPA.

1. Submission of Post-Publication Comments

Readers, researchers, and other interested parties may submit comments or concerns regarding published articles to the editorial team through the journal's official communication channels.

Submissions should clearly identify the relevant article and provide a reasoned explanation of the issue raised. Where applicable, supporting evidence, references, data, or other relevant documentation should be included.

Comments must be scholarly, respectful, and focused on the scientific content, methodology, interpretation, or reporting of the published work.

2. Editorial Assessment

The editorial team will assess submitted comments to determine their relevance, scientific merit, and suitability for publication or further action.

The editor may seek clarification from the commenter, consult independent experts, or invite the original authors to respond. The decision to publish a comment or response rests with the editorial team and is based on scholarly relevance, accuracy, and compliance with the journal's policies.

Submissions containing unsupported allegations, personal attacks, defamatory statements, or irrelevant material may be declined or returned for revision.

3. Authors' Right to Respond

When a substantive comment raises questions about a published article, the original authors may be invited to provide a response.

Responses should address the issues raised in a clear, evidence-based, and professional manner. The editorial team may assess both the comment and the response to ensure a balanced and scientifically meaningful discussion.

The publication of a comment or response does not necessarily indicate that the journal endorses the opinions expressed.

4. Corrections and Other Editorial Actions

If a post-publication concern identifies an error or raises a credible question about the reliability or integrity of an article, the editorial team will evaluate the available evidence.

Depending on the findings, the journal may publish a correction, an expression of concern, or a retraction in accordance with its publication-ethics policies.

Editorial action will be proportionate to the nature of the issue and will aim to maintain the accuracy and transparency of the scholarly record.

5. Ethical Standards and Confidentiality

All participants in post-publication discussions are expected to act in good faith, provide accurate information, acknowledge relevant sources, and respect professional standards of scholarly communication.

The editorial team will handle submissions fairly and make reasonable efforts to protect confidential information where appropriate. Allegations of research or publication misconduct will be handled in accordance with the journal's policy on Allegation of Research Misconduct.

6. Publication and Accessibility

Accepted post-publication comments, author responses, or related editorial notices may be published on the journal's website when appropriate. Their availability and presentation will depend on editorial assessment and the journal's publication procedures.

RETIPA encourages responsible post-publication discussion as part of its commitment to scientific integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement in food science, food technology, and agricultural research.