Copyright and Publishing Rights

Introduction

This document outlines the copyright and publishing rights policies for the "International Journal of the Universe and Humanity in Islamic Vision and Perspective". These policies are designed to protect the intellectual property of authors while ensuring the journal's integrity and accessibility.

Copyright Ownership

  • Authors' Rights: Authors retain copyright ownership of their submitted work. This includes the right to reproduce, adapt, and distribute their work for non-commercial purposes.
  • Journal Rights: Upon acceptance of a manuscript, the journal acquires the right to:
    • Publish the manuscript in print and electronic formats.
    • Reproduce and distribute the manuscript in whole or in part.
    • Create derivative works of the manuscript.
    • Store and archive the manuscript.

Author's Permission to Publish

By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors grant the journal permission to publish their work under the terms outlined in this policy.

Open Access Policy

The journal adheres to an open-access publishing model. This means that all published articles are freely available to readers without requiring a subscription or payment. The journal may explore various open-access models, such as:

  • Gold Open Access: Authors pay an article processing charge (APC) to ensure open access.
  • Green Open Access: Authors retain copyright and self-archive a copy of their article in a repository, often with a mandatory embargo period.

Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism

The journal strictly prohibits plagiarism and self-plagiarism. Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work. Any instances of plagiarism or self-plagiarism will be investigated and may result in the rejection of the manuscript or other disciplinary actions.

Permissions for Third-Party Material

If an author's manuscript includes copyrighted material from other sources, the author is responsible for obtaining necessary permissions from the copyright holders. The author must provide evidence of obtained permissions to the journal.

Ethical Considerations

The journal adheres to the highest ethical standards in publishing. Authors are expected to follow ethical guidelines, such as:

  • Authorship: Only individuals who have made significant contributions to the research should be listed as authors.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Data Sharing: Authors may be required to share data underlying their research.
  • Research Ethics: Authors must ensure that their research complies with ethical standards, including those related to human subjects and animal welfare.

Revisions and Corrections

The journal reserves the right to make minor corrections or revisions to manuscripts to ensure clarity and consistency. Major changes to the content of a manuscript may require the author's approval.

Disclaimer

The journal does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information contained in published articles.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from this policy shall be governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction].