Open Access Policy
The Journal of Hematology and Clinical Research (JHCR) is committed to immediate and unrestricted access to scholarly articles. The legacy site declares that the journal “provides open access to all its content, on the principle that making research freely available supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.”
This updated policy formalizes that commitment to Gold Open Access, meaning all published articles are freely accessible online without subscription or registration barriers, and may be reused under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
Principles of Open Access
- Freedom to Read: Readers can view, download, share, print, or link to the full text of all articles.
- Freedom to Reuse: Under CC BY 4.0, users may remix, transform, and build upon material for any purpose, including commercial, provided proper attribution is given.
- Author Ownership: Authors retain copyright; they grant JHCR permission to publish and distribute under an open license.
- Transparency: Article Processing Charges (APCs), waiver conditions, and copyright details are public on the website.
- Long-Term Preservation: Content is archived and preserved through recognized digital repositories as described in the Preservation and Archiving Policy.
Licensing and Permissions
JHCR applies the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) to all published content. This allows:
| Action | Permission |
|---|---|
| Copy and redistribute | ✔ Allowed with attribution |
| Adapt and build upon | ✔ Allowed with attribution |
| Commercial reuse | ✔ Permitted under CC BY 4.0 |
| Apply DRM or restrictions | ✖ Not permitted |
Each article clearly displays a license statement on its landing page and in the full-text PDF, matching metadata in Crossref and OAI-PMH feeds.
Benefits of Open Access
- Global reach: Researchers, clinicians, and students anywhere can access the content instantly, increasing visibility and citation potential.
- Public engagement: Healthcare professionals and policymakers can use hematology research outcomes for real-world decisions.
- Funder compliance: Satisfies open-access mandates by institutions and funding agencies.
- Equitable knowledge sharing: Removes subscription barriers, ensuring equitable access across economic regions.
- Persistent availability: Every article is permanently archived and citable by DOI.
Self-Archiving Policy
Authors may freely deposit any version (submitted, accepted, or published) in personal, institutional, or subject repositories immediately upon publication. No embargo applies. Deposits should include the citation, DOI, and license statement.
Example citation:
Author(s) (Year). Article title. Journal of Hematology and Clinical Research. DOI: 10.29328/jhcr-aidXXXX. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Repository and OAI-PMH Interoperability
JHCR metadata is fully harvestable through the OAI-PMH endpoint, allowing repositories and indexing services to synchronize records automatically. Metadata includes license fields (dc:rights) and DOIs for every article.
This alignment with open metadata standards ensures inclusion in academic databases and search engines, enhancing discoverability and citation tracking.
Digital Archiving and Preservation
JHCR’s preservation strategy guarantees perpetual access to its published works through recognized preservation systems (e.g., Portico, CLOCKSS, or institutional mirrors).
In case of system failure or journal closure, archived copies remain accessible via independent repositories to ensure continuity of the scholarly record.
Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Waivers
JHCR sustains open access through APCs payable after manuscript acceptance. Waiver options exist for authors from low- and middle-income countries, as described in the Waiver Policy.
APC payments have no influence on editorial decisions; peer review is independent and based solely on academic merit.
Reuse and Attribution Requirements
- Users must provide appropriate credit to the author(s) and JHCR.
- Include a link to the CC BY 4.0 license.
- Indicate if any changes were made to the original work.
- Do not apply additional legal or technological restrictions that limit reuse.
When sharing or adapting materials, best practice is to cite the DOI and include a reference to the JHCR version of record.
Alignment with International Standards
This Open Access Policy is modeled after guidelines from:
- DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals): Compliance with transparency criteria (license display, editorial board, APC information).
- COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics): Upholds ethical publication practices for open access journals.
- OASPA (Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association): Ensures responsible publishing and reuse standards.
- ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors): Encourages data sharing and authorship integrity.
FAQs
Are readers charged for accessing JHCR content?
No. All readers have free access to the full text of every article immediately upon publication.
Can I reuse JHCR figures in presentations or books?
Yes, under CC BY 4.0. Just credit the source and indicate any modifications.
Does JHCR allow commercial reuse?
Yes. CC BY 4.0 permits both academic and commercial reuse, as long as attribution is maintained.
What about embargo periods?
None. JHCR applies immediate open access from the date of online publication.
Contact
Editorial Office – Journal of Hematology and Clinical Research (JHCR)
Heighten Science Publications Inc.
Website: https://www.hematologyresjournal.com/
Email: [email protected]