Funding and Acknowledgments
Lilac Education Press promotes transparency in research funding and acknowledgments by ensuring that all authors disclose funding sources, institutional support, and financial contributions related to their work. Proper acknowledgment of research funding ensures credibility, accountability, and compliance with international academic publishing standards.
This page outlines the funding disclosure policies, acknowledgment guidelines, and institutional recognition requirements for all publications under Lilac Education Press.
Funding Disclosure Policy
Authors must disclose:
- Research Grants & Sponsorships – Any funding received from government agencies, private organizations, or academic institutions.
- Institutional & University Support – Any research conducted under university-sponsored programs or institutional grants.
- Corporate & Industry Funding – If a corporation or private entity has financially supported the research.
- Non-Monetary Support – Equipment, materials, or resources provided by organizations for research purposes.
Failure to disclose funding sources may result in rejection or retraction of the publication.
For conflict of interest disclosures, visit Conflict of Interest Policy.
How to Acknowledge Funding in Publications
Authors must include a funding acknowledgment statement in their manuscript.
Example Statement:
“This research was funded by [Funding Organization Name], Grant Number [XXXX]. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this paper are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the funding agency.”
For authors without external funding, the following statement may be used:
“The authors received no external funding for this research.”
For manuscript submission guidelines, visit Guidelines for Authors.
Institutional Recognition and Research Grants
Lilac Education Press supports institutional collaborations by ensuring that universities and research organizations are properly credited in publications. Institutions should be acknowledged when they:
- Provide financial or technical support for the research.
- Offer facilities, labs, or computing resources used in the study.
- Sponsor academic grants or fellowships for researchers.
For institutional partnerships, visit Institutional & Library Access.
Acknowledging Peer Review & Editorial Assistance
Authors should acknowledge contributions from:
- Peer Reviewers – If the feedback significantly improved the manuscript.
- Editorial or Language Reviewers – If assistance was received in manuscript refinement.
Example acknowledgment:
“The authors thank the anonymous peer reviewers for their valuable insights and constructive feedback, which greatly improved the quality of this research.”
For peer review policies, visit Peer Review Process.
Ethical Guidelines for Funding & Acknowledgments
Authors must ensure that:
- All funding sources are accurately reported.
- No misleading acknowledgments are included.
- Personal acknowledgments (e.g., family, friends) are limited in professional research publications.
For ethical research policies, refer to Research Ethics & Integrity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is funding disclosure mandatory?
Yes, all authors must declare funding sources or confirm if no external funding was received.
Can an institution request acknowledgment for supporting research?
Yes, if the institution provided funding, research facilities, or grants for the study.
How do I acknowledge non-financial support?
Authors should specify resources, access to data, or other contributions in the acknowledgment section.
For inquiries, contact lilaceducationpress@gmail.com.
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Lilac Education Press ensures transparency and ethical compliance in funding disclosures and acknowledgments, supporting academic integrity and institutional collaborations.