Self-citation in academic publishing is a complex issue that can have a significant impact on how people perceive scholarly work. Institutional frameworks may unintentionally encourage authors to cite themselves, reducing the value of their work. This raises concerns about academic integrity and the possibility of technical plagiarism. Researchers should consider why authors self-cite and promote honesty in scholarly communication in order to reduce self-citation and increase credibility. Authors should exercise caution when citing their own work, particularly if they write for the same publisher. This can raise concerns about academic integrity and result in biased research dissemination. Avoiding self-citation not only improves the credibility of their work, but it also encourages a more comprehensive engagement with a larger body of scholarship. Understanding proper citation techniques strengthens an author's adherence to ethical scholarly practices. Navigating the nuances of academic citation practices is critical for scholars seeking integrity and clarity in their work. Over-reliance on one's own publications may unintentionally indicate a lack of interaction with the broader scholarly community. Scholars from various backgrounds may face unique challenges in understanding academic integrity conventions, particularly those involving self-referential citations. To maintain objectivity and credibility, authors should use a strategic approach when referencing their own work. Overreliance on previous papers can give the impression of self-validation and reduce the impact of research within the larger academic discourse. As a result, authors should avoid citing their published papers from this publisher whenever possible in the future.

On November 4, 2023, the journal "IAES International Journal of Robotics and Automation" ISSN 2089-4856, e-ISSN 2722-2586 was accepted for inclusion in the international database "Scopus" based on the decision of the Expert Council for Content Selection in (Scopus Content Selection and Advisory Board).

Being indexed in the Scopus database is a significant accomplishment for journal editors worldwide.   The Scopus expert has given our journal a positive review, indicating that the primary tasks lie ahead.   The editorial board seeks to publish articles of a superior quality and extends an invitation to authors to collaborate.

We express our gratitude to the editors, reviewers, and authors for their diligent contributions to the journal.

We now invite you to spread the word and submit more of your work! Our next goal is to establish a significant impact factor.  

Congratulations on your publication!

Respectfully,
The Editorial Committee

All research articles in IAES International Journal of Robotics and Automation (IJRA) ISSN 2089-4856 undergo rigorous peer review, based on initial editorial screening and refereeing by at least two anonymous referees.

High-quality scholarly communication of this nature requires the collaborative efforts of academics. The journal is professionally managed by a team of editors drawn from the academic and practitioner community for fixed periods, and a journal administrator. Hence, IJRA is calling for academics with sound academic backgrounds who want to leave their footprints on the sand of time to serve as editors.

The primary responsibility of an editor will be to edit manuscripts after they have been peer-reviewed. The editor will ensure that revisions have been completed if requested by peer reviewers. The editor will also make sure that manuscripts are grammatically correct, consistent in style, readable, and free of plagiarism or other scientific misconduct.

Applicants must have significant publishing of their specific fields of research and reviewing experience. Submit your short bio (including your Scopus author ID), background (education, research interest), and some information to review to iaes.ijra@gmail.com cc: info@iaesjournal.com. Due to the high volume of applications, only accepted applicants will be contacted via email. We look forward to your constant support and initiative in improving the quality of IJRA.

Keep your eyes on IJRA, and we hope that IJRA will grow into a world-best international journal. We will continue to strengthen IJRA as a helpful research open source for scholars, researchers, and students.

Thank you,