Self-Archiving Policy
The International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health (IJMSPH) is dedicated to promoting open access to scientific research and ensuring the broad dissemination of knowledge. Our self-archiving policy empowers authors to share their research at multiple stages of the publication process, from pre-submission to the final published article. This policy ensures that valuable scientific work reaches the global research community without barriers.
1. Pre-submitted Manuscripts
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Authors are encouraged to share pre-submission manuscripts on preprint servers or institutional repositories before submitting to IJMSPH.
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Early dissemination allows engagement with fellow researchers and experts, increasing the visibility and potential impact of the work.
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Authors should provide details of the pre-submitted manuscript, including the repository name and corresponding DOI, in the cover letter during submission.
2. Submitted Manuscripts
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Authors may archive their manuscripts after submission but prior to the initiation of peer review.
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To maintain transparency, authors must email the IJMSPH editorial office with the repository details and DOI of the archived manuscript.
3. Under Review
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During peer review, authors retain permission to archive their manuscripts.
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Authors are requested to notify the IJMSPH editorial office with the repository information and associated DOI for proper documentation.
4. Accepted Manuscripts
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Upon acceptance, authors may archive the accepted version of their manuscript.
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Authors must provide the editorial office with the repository details and DOI of the accepted manuscript to ensure accurate records.
5. Published Articles
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After formal publication in IJMSPH, authors may archive the final published article.
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The DOI of the archived version should be updated to reflect the official DOI assigned by IJMSPH.
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Authors are encouraged to share the published article through institutional repositories, personal websites, blogs, research platforms, and social media to maximize accessibility and dissemination.
This policy underscores IJMSPH’s commitment to open access, transparency, and the responsible sharing of scientific knowledge, ensuring that authors’ work reaches the widest possible audience while maintaining proper attribution and scholarly integrity.
