Archiving and Preservation Policy
The IASMPMM International Journal of Reproductive and Sexual Medicine recognizes that long-term preservation is essential for maintaining access to scientific and medical research.
The journal seeks to ensure that published research remains discoverable, accessible, stable, and preserved.
Preservation Measures
The journal may use:
- Digital archives
- Institutional repositories
- Trusted preservation services
- Secure digital backups
- Long-term electronic storage
- Stable article identifiers
- Preservation of article metadata
Preservation Framework
| Preservation Area | Objective |
|---|---|
| Article Content | Preserve published research |
| Metadata | Maintain accurate bibliographic information |
| Digital Backup | Reduce the risk of data loss |
| Stable Identifiers | Support long-term discoverability |
| Repository Storage | Provide additional preservation options |
| Technical Maintenance | Address changes in digital platforms |
Where permitted by copyright and licensing policies, authors may deposit eligible versions of their manuscripts in institutional or subject repositories.
The journal seeks to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record. Significant post-publication issues may be addressed through:
- Corrections
- Clarifications
- Editorial notices
- Retractions
This may change in the future as more digital archiving technology and best practice for scholarly publishing develops.
With proper archiving techniques, IIJRSM seeks to make sure that the research is available to future scientists, clinicians, and healthcare professionals.
