Introduction to the Amir Dana Publication

Introducing the Publisher

Amir Dana Publication is a scholarly publisher established with a core mission to advance academic knowledge and disseminate high-quality research in the field of pediatric health and physical activity. Based in Tehran, Iran, the publication is committed to fostering interdisciplinary scholarship that bridges the physiological, psychological, pedagogical, and epidemiological domains related to child and adolescent development.

The flagship journal of Amir Dana Publication, Physical Activity in Children (PACH), exemplifies this commitment. PACH is an international, multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the exploration of physical activity, sport, and movement across pediatric populations. Through its rigorous editorial standards and global perspective, the journal provides a vital platform for scientists, educators, clinicians, and coaches to share original research, comprehensive reviews, and evidence-based insights that can shape clinical practice, educational strategies, and public policy worldwide.

Amir Dana Publication distinguishes itself through its dedication to open access, ensuring that critical research is freely and immediately available to a global audience. The publication adheres to the highest standards of academic integrity, employing a stringent double-blind peer-review process and robust ethical guidelines in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). By fostering international collaboration and maintaining a clear focus on translating empirical evidence into actionable practice, Amir Dana Publication serves as a key contributor to optimizing the health, well-being, and developmental trajectories of children and adolescents around the world.

Publishing Statement of Amir Dana Publication

Publishing Statement

Amir Dana Publication, as the publisher of the journal of Physical Activity in Children (PACH), is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of scholarly publishing. Our mission is to facilitate the global exchange of knowledge by publishing original, significant, and scientifically valid research that impacts pediatric health and physical activity.

Our Commitment:

  1. Rigorous Peer Review: We are committed to a rigorous, fair, and transparent double-blind peer-review process. All submitted manuscripts are evaluated by expert members of our Editorial Board and external reviewers to ensure the validity, originality, and scientific value of the research. Authors can expect an initial decision within ten days and a final notification within 4-6 months of submission.

  2. Ethical Standards and Integrity: We adhere strictly to the policies and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism and ensure all submissions are screened using iThenticate and Grammarly detection software. We are committed to investigating any complaints of misconduct with due diligence and in accordance with COPE workflows.

  3. Open Access and Global Reach: We are a fully Open Access publisher. All content published in PACH is immediately and freely available to readers worldwide under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) license. This policy maximizes visibility, readership, and the impact of the research, while allowing authors to retain full copyright to their work.

  4. Author Support and Transparency: We are dedicated to providing a supportive and efficient publication experience. Authors' queries are answered within 48 hours, and accepted articles are published promptly. We maintain clear and transparent policies regarding submission guidelines, data sharing, citations, authorship, and the use of generative AI in scientific writing.

  5. Digital Preservation: To safeguard scholarly content for future generations, all articles published by Amir Dana Publication are digitally archived in the National Library and Archives of Iran and our institutional repository, ensuring long-term accessibility and integrity.

Through these principles, Amir Dana Publication aims to be a cornerstone of scholarly communication, fostering a collaborative and evidence-based approach to improving the health and well-being of children and adolescents globally.