Digital Archiving and Preservation Policy
The International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health (IJMSPH) recognizes the critical importance of robust digital archiving and preservation policies. These measures ensure the long-term accessibility, integrity, and reliability of all scholarly content, fostering the preservation of scientific knowledge for current and future generations.
1. Digital Archiving Infrastructure
1.1. Server Redundancy
IJMSPH employs secure, redundant server systems to mitigate the risk of data loss due to hardware failure or other unforeseen events.
1.2. Data Backups
Regular, automated backups of all published content are maintained and stored in geographically diverse locations, ensuring full repository restoration in case of catastrophic events.
2. Open Access and Accessibility
2.1. Open Access Philosophy
IJMSPH is committed to unrestricted open access for all scientific research, promoting global dissemination of knowledge.
2.2. Accessibility Standards
The journal adheres to international accessibility guidelines, ensuring digital content is usable by individuals with disabilities and providing a user-friendly experience for all readers.
3. Metadata and Interoperability
3.1. Metadata Standards
IJMSPH applies standardized metadata practices (e.g., Dublin Core) to enhance discoverability, indexing, and interoperability across repositories, databases, and search engines.
3.2. Crossref DOI Assignment
All articles are assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) through Crossref, providing a persistent, reliable means of citation and long-term access.
4. Licensing and Copyright Policies
4.1. Creative Commons Licensing
All published content operates under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). Authors retain copyright while granting users the right to share, adapt, and build upon the work for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution.
4.2. Author Rights
Authors retain full rights to their intellectual property, while licensing agreements balance widespread dissemination with protection of author rights, fostering a collaborative and author-friendly environment.
5. Collaboration with Archiving Services
5.1. SHERPA/RoMEO
IJMSPH actively pursues inclusion in SHERPA/RoMEO, providing transparency on copyright and self-archiving policies.
5.2. LOCKSS and CLOCKSS
The journal collaborates with archiving services such as LOCKSS and CLOCKSS, ensuring perpetual access to content even in the event of journal or publisher disruptions.
6. Persistent Identifiers and Linking
6.1. Cross-Linking
IJMSPH participates in cross-linking initiatives with reputable databases, repositories, and indexing services, enhancing discoverability and accessibility.
6.2. ORCID Integration
Authors are encouraged to provide ORCID identifiers, ensuring accurate attribution and seamless integration with institutional and subject-specific repositories.
7. Periodic Audits and Continuous Improvement
7.1. Digital Preservation Audits
Regular audits assess data integrity, file formats, and adherence to preservation best practices.
7.2. Continuous Improvement
IJMSPH continually updates its digital preservation practices, incorporating technological advances, community feedback, and emerging best practices to maintain a sustainable and reliable digital repository.
This policy underscores IJMSPH’s commitment to long-term preservation, accessibility, and integrity of scholarly content. Through open access, metadata standards, licensing transparency, and collaboration with archiving services, the journal ensures the enduring impact of published research in the fields of Medical Science and Public Health.
