SELF ARCHIVING POLICY

The International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) actively supports the responsible dissemination, accessibility, and long-term preservation of scholarly research through a well-defined self-archiving framework. The journal recognizes that wider availability of academic work enhances research visibility, citation impact, and global knowledge exchange. At the same time, the International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) is committed to safeguarding the integrity, authenticity, and credibility of the official published record.

Author Rights and Repository Deposit

Authors retain the right to archive their scholarly work in recognized institutional repositories, subject-specific repositories, personal academic webpages, or non-commercial scholarly networking platforms. Such archiving must clearly acknowledge the International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) as the original source of publication.

Each archived version must include:

  • Full bibliographic details (author(s), article title, journal name, volume, issue, year, and page numbers where applicable).
  • A clear citation statement indicating original publication in IJFSMR.
  • A link to the official journal website or the final published version of record, where available.

This ensures proper attribution, discoverability, and academic transparency.

Permitted Versions for Archiving

The International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) permits authors to archive the following versions of their manuscript:

  1. Pre-print Version – The original manuscript prior to peer review.
  2. Accepted Manuscript (Post-print) – The final peer-reviewed version accepted for publication, before copyediting and typesetting.
  3. Published Version (Version of Record) – The final formatted and officially published version, provided it remains unaltered and properly cited.

Any archived version must not be modified in a manner that could misrepresent the scientific content or conclusions of the published article.

Conditions and Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring that archived copies:

  • Accurately reflect the approved content.
  • Do not violate copyright or licensing terms.
  • Clearly distinguish between pre-print, accepted manuscript, and published versions.
  • Maintain the academic integrity and scholarly context of the work.

The International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) reserves the right to request corrections or clarifications if self-archived materials do not comply with these guidelines.

Commitment to Open Scholarship and Preservation

Through this Self Archiving Policy, the International Journal of Frontier Science and Multidisciplinary Research (IJFSMR) promotes a balanced model of open scholarship—supporting knowledge dissemination while maintaining professional publishing standards. The journal encourages ethical sharing practices that contribute to global academic collaboration, institutional knowledge repositories, and long-term digital preservation initiatives. By enabling responsible self-archiving, IJFSMR reinforces its commitment to transparency, accessibility, research impact, and the sustainable advancement of multidisciplinary scholarship.