Archived Policy
The Journal of Translational Research is committed to maintaining the integrity and accessibility of its content. We understand the importance of preserving the academic record of published research, ensuring that past articles remain accessible to the scientific community and the public. This Archived Policy outlines how the journal manages its published content and how readers can access archived articles.
1. Archival Access:
- Free and Open Access: All articles published in Journal of Translational Research are archived in an open-access format, which means they remain freely available to all readers. The journal adheres to the principles of open access, ensuring that archived articles can be accessed, downloaded, and shared at no cost.
- Permanent Availability: Once an article is published, it is considered part of the journal’s permanent archive. The content will remain available through the journal’s website and other platforms where the journal is hosted. Articles will not be removed or hidden from the public archive unless there is a legitimate reason, such as a retraction or correction.
2. Archiving System:
- Digital Repository: The Journal of Translational Research uses a reliable digital archiving system to ensure that all published content is securely stored and remains accessible over the long term. The journal’s content is indexed in major academic databases, and the metadata is regularly updated to ensure proper visibility and access.
- Third-Party Archiving Services: In addition to hosting content on the journal’s website, we may partner with third-party repositories to ensure that content is securely archived. This may include services like PubMed Central, institutional repositories, or other academic databases. These platforms help ensure that articles are preserved and remain easily accessible to the global research community.
3. Archival Integrity:
- Unaltered Content: Articles in the archive are not subject to alterations or removals unless there is a significant issue, such as a retraction or correction. In the case of a retraction, the article will remain in the archive with a clear indication that it has been retracted and a reason for the retraction will be provided.
- Version Control: Any updates or corrections to articles that have been published in the past will be clearly marked. A correction or updated version will be linked to the original article, and the change will be noted in the article’s metadata.
4. Retractions and Corrections:
- Retraction of Articles: If an article is retracted after publication due to ethical concerns, errors, or misconduct, it will remain in the archive but will be clearly marked as retracted. A retraction notice will be issued, and the reason for the retraction will be outlined.
- Corrections: If an article contains errors that do not impact the integrity of the research (e.g., typographical errors, minor issues in references), a correction notice will be issued and linked to the original article. The correction notice will specify the changes made to the article.
5. Long-Term Preservation:
- Data and Article Preservation: The Journal of Translational Research follows the best practices for ensuring the long-term preservation of its published content. This includes regular backups, secure storage, and participation in data preservation programs. We are committed to ensuring that articles remain available and retrievable for future use.
6. Accessing Archived Articles:
- Search and Retrieval: Archived articles can be accessed through the journal’s website, where they are organized by issue, volume, author, and topic. The journal’s website includes a search function that allows readers to search for specific articles by keywords, authors, and other criteria.
- Institutional Access: Archived content is available to institutions, libraries, and researchers. Since Journal of Translational Research is an open-access journal, institutions do not need a subscription to access the articles. Institutional libraries may promote the journal’s archived content through their catalog or resource pages.
7. Preservation for Citations and Research:
- Citation of Archived Content: Researchers and readers can confidently cite archived articles from Journal of Translational Research, knowing that the content will remain intact and accessible. The journal ensures the integrity of the citation and metadata for all published work.
Continued Access: The content will remain available through both the journal’s website and external databases, ensuring that it can continue to be accessed and referenced by future research.
