Post publication policy
Post-Publication Policy
Maintaining an accurate, transparent, and reliable scholarly record beyond publication.
Editorial Responsibility Continues After Publication
The journal recognizes that publication does not necessarily end the editorial responsibility for maintaining an accurate scholarly record.
An article may contain an error, omission, ethical issue, or other matter requiring editorial attention.
Possible Editorial Actions
Depending on the nature and seriousness of the issue, the journal may consider different forms of post-publication action.
Correction
Used where an identified error requires correction in the published article.
Publisher's Note
A publication-level note may be considered where appropriate.
Editorial Note
An editorial note may be used to provide relevant information about the published record.
Expression of Concern
An expression of concern may be considered when serious questions require editorial attention.
Retraction
Retraction may be considered where serious problems undermine article reliability or integrity.
Retraction With Replacement
Retraction with replacement may be considered where appropriate.
When a Correction May Be Considered
A correction may be considered when an identified error affects the accuracy or clarity of the published article but does not invalidate the overall scholarly record.
When Retraction May Be Considered
Retraction may be considered when serious problems undermine the reliability or integrity of a published article.
Serious problems may affect the reliability or integrity of the article.
Major Errors
Major errors affecting the published work.
Fabricated or Falsified Data
Fabricated or falsified research data.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism affecting the published article.
Serious Ethical Violations
Serious violations of research or publication ethics.
Duplicate Publication
Duplicate publication affecting the integrity of the scholarly record.
Other Significant Concerns
Other significant concerns affecting the reliability of the article.
The journal will seek appropriate information and documentation before taking post-publication action.