Tentang Jurnal Ini

Focus and Scope

Trench journal focuses on the field of archaeology, specifically highlighting research related to Southeast Asia. It's covers subjects like:

  1. Prehistoric cultures and early human settlements in Southeast Asia.
  2. Archaeological evidence related to the Hindu-Buddhist, Islamic, and colonial periods.
  3. Cultural heritage preservation and management in the region.
  4. The application of new archaeological technologies and methodologies in Southeast Asian studies.
  5. Comparative studies between Southeast Asia and other regions.

The journal welcomes original research articles, critical reviews, and case studies that offer insights into the archaeological record, material culture, and historical development of the region. Contributions from multidisciplinary perspectives, including anthropology, history, and heritage studies, are also encouraged.

 

Peer Review Process

1. Manuscript Submission

2. The initial editorial assessment

3. Reviewer Selection

4. The Peer Review Process

5. Reviewers’ Reports

6. Editorial Decision

7. Revision Process (if needed)

8. Final Decision

9. Publication

10. We immediately reject plagiarism, and we do not allow simultaneous submissions.

11. All submissions are treated as confidential.

 

Publication Ethics

The journal adheres to the highest standards of ethical publication practices. Authors, editors, and reviewers are expected to uphold the following principles:

1. Authorship and Contribution
All listed authors must have made significant contributions to the research. Any form of plagiarism, data falsification, or unauthorized use of work will not be tolerated.

2. Originality
Submitted manuscripts must represent original work that has not been published elsewhere. Authors should ensure proper citations of all sources used in their research.

3. Peer Review
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Reviewers are required to maintain confidentiality and provide objective, unbiased feedback.

4. Conflict of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could affect the impartiality of the review and publication process.

5. Transparency and Data Integrity
Authors must provide accurate and verifiable data. If errors are discovered post-publication, authors are responsible for promptly notifying the editorial board to issue corrections or retractions.

6. Ethical Research Standards
Research involving human subjects, sensitive sites, or indigenous communities must adhere to ethical guidelines, ensuring proper consent and respect for cultural heritage.

 

Publication Frecuency

This journal is published twice a year in June and December.

 

Open Access Policy
Trench: Journal of Archaeology
is open access journal. All articles are published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-BY). All articles are freely available to read, share, and download. We must properly credit authors and journals in accordance with publication ethics and the best practices of scholarly publishing. 

 

Plagiarism Policy

The journal strictly prohibits plagiarism. All submissions are checked for originality using plagiarism detection tools. Any manuscript found to contain plagiarized content will be rejected or retracted. Authors must ensure all sources are properly cited, and failure to comply may result in a ban from future submissions.

 

Publications Charges

Trench: Journal of Archaeology is free of charge for all the authors. There are no submission fees or publication fees for this journal.