Citation Manipulation Report Template

Date of Report:

Reported By:

Article / Manuscript Title:

Authors:

Journal / Conference:

Details of Citation Manipulation Allegation:

Types of Citation Manipulation Observed:

	Description
	Excessive self-citation
	Coercive citation by editors/reviewers
	Irrelevant citations to boost metrics
	Mutual citation arrangements
	Other

Examples / Evidence (e.g., specific citations, correspondence):

Additional Comments:

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