Copyright Policy

The Global Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies and Technological Innovations (GJMSTI) is dedicated to safeguarding the rights of authors while promoting free and open access to high-quality scholarly research. This policy outlines the copyright and licensing terms applicable to all works published in the journal.

 

  1. Author Copyright Retention

Authors retain full copyright of their work upon publication in GJMSTI. By submitting and publishing with the journal, authors grant GJMSTI a non-exclusive, worldwide license to:

  • Publish, reproduce, distribute, and archive the article in any format or medium.
  • Include the article in indexing services, academic databases, and institutional repositories.
  • Promote and disseminate the work for academic, research, and educational purposes.

 

  1. Open Access License

All articles published in GJMSTI are made available under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). Under this license:

  • Anyone may copy, distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material for any purpose, including commercial uses.
  • Proper credit must be given to the original author(s) and source.
  • A link to the license must be included.
  • Any changes made to the original work must be clearly indicated.

 

  1. Author Warranties

By submitting a manuscript to GJMSTI, authors warrant that:

  • The work is original and has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
  • All permissions have been obtained for the use of third-party content (e.g., images, figures, tables).
  • The manuscript does not infringe upon any existing copyright, proprietary, or intellectual property rights.
  • All listed co-authors have approved the final version of the manuscript and consent to its submission and publication.

 

  1. Copyright Infringement

GJMSTI maintains a strict policy against copyright infringement. Any allegations of plagiarism or copyright violations will be investigated thoroughly. If a violation is confirmed:

  • The article may be retracted, corrected, or removed as appropriate.
  • Legal or disciplinary actions may be taken depending on the nature and severity of the infringement.

 

  1. Archiving and Reuse

Authors are encouraged to:

  • Archive the final published version of their articles in institutional repositories, personal websites, or academic sharing platforms.
  • Freely share their work in accordance with the CC BY 4.0 license.

 

  1. Commercial Use and Permissions

While the CC BY 4.0 license allows for commercial reuse, any use involving modifications, translations, or derivative works must:

  • Clearly acknowledge the original author(s).
  • Include a citation to the original source and license.
  • Seek additional permission from the editorial office for uses beyond the scope of the license or for formal reprint requests.

 

Contact Information

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