DORA Statement
Tekhné Journal, an academic publication of the Faculty of Engineering at Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB), is dedicated to the dissemination of original, rigorous, and relevant research in the fields of engineering, technology, and applied sciences. The journal aims to contribute to scientific and technological development, foster international academic exchange, and promote research that has meaningful impact on both the scientific community and society.
In line with these goals, the journal recognizes the importance of responsible, transparent, and equitable practices in the assessment of scientific research.
About DORA
The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment is a global initiative that promotes improvements in the ways research outputs are evaluated. DORA encourages the elimination of inappropriate uses of journal-based metrics, such as the Journal Impact Factor, in funding, appointment, and promotion decisions. Instead, it advocates for the assessment of research based on its intrinsic quality, methodological rigor, and scholarly or societal contribution.
More information about this initiative is available at:
https://sfdora.org
Tekhné Journal’s Commitment
Tekhné Journal signed DORA in [MONTH YEAR OF SIGNATURE] as part of its commitment to responsible editorial practices and the continuous improvement of research evaluation processes.
The principles of DORA are consistent with the journal’s editorial mission, which prioritizes:
the scientific and technical quality of the articles it publishes;
rigorous and independent peer review;
diversity of scholarly contributions relevant to engineering and technological development;
the evaluation of research based on its own merit and its contribution to knowledge.
Implementation of DORA Principles
In accordance with the principles of DORA, Tekhné Journal promotes editorial practices that include:
evaluating manuscripts based on their scientific quality, originality, methodological rigor, and disciplinary relevance;
conducting peer review by qualified specialists in the relevant fields;
ensuring transparency in editorial processes and evaluation criteria;
recognizing diverse forms of scholarly contribution, including research articles, review papers, applied studies, and technical reports.
The journal will continue to review and strengthen its editorial policies to ensure that its publication and evaluation processes reflect the principles of responsible research assessment.
Contact
The implementation and monitoring of this commitment within Tekhné Journal is coordinated by the journal’s editorial team.
For inquiries regarding this statement or the journal’s editorial policies, please contact:
Editor-in-Chief of Tekhné Journal: Dr. Beatriz Elena Soledad-Rodríguez. bsoledad@ucab.edu.ve
