Journal of Advanced Cytology - Copyright License
Open access licensing protects author rights while enabling reuse with proper attribution.
License Principles
Open access licenses allow sharing and reuse with attribution. The license type is stated in the final article.
Common License Types
Many open access journals use Creative Commons licenses to define reuse rights clearly.
The specific license applied to each article is confirmed during production and displayed in the final publication.
Author Rights
- Retain copyright while granting a publishing license
- Share the published article with full citation
- Deposit in institutional repositories with DOI
- Reuse content with proper attribution
Attribution Essentials
Attribution must include author names, article title, journal name, publication year, and DOI.
License Compliance
Authors should confirm funder and institutional requirements before acceptance to avoid delays.
License terms are set at publication and generally cannot be changed after release.
Self Archiving
Authors may deposit the final published article in institutional repositories with full citation and DOI.
When sharing accepted versions, include a link to the published article and note any differences.
Third Party Content
Authors must obtain permission for any third party figures, tables, or instruments. Replace content if permission is not granted.
Sharing and Redistribution
Authors may share the published article on personal or institutional pages with full citation and DOI.
Repository deposits should include the final published version and the license statement.
Reuse Scenarios
Education
Teaching materials may reuse figures with proper attribution.
Clinical Training
Cytology protocols may be shared with clear licensing notes.
Policy Reports
Evidence summaries may cite and link to the published article.
Translations
Adaptations are allowed with clear attribution and integrity.
Attribution Integrity
Attribution should preserve the scientific meaning and avoid implying endorsement of derivative works.
Repository Deposit
Authors are encouraged to deposit the final published article in institutional or subject repositories with full citation details.
User Responsibilities
Anyone reusing content must preserve attribution, avoid misrepresentation, and respect privacy or ethical restrictions.
- Maintain original citation and DOI
- Indicate adaptations clearly
- Do not imply endorsement by authors or the journal
- Respect patient privacy in images and data
Translation and Adaptation
Translations and adaptations are permitted when consistent with license terms and proper attribution is provided.
Adapted materials must preserve scientific meaning and avoid misleading context.
Reuse Requests
If reuse falls outside the license scope, contact the editorial office with intended use details.
Commercial Use
Commercial reuse may require additional permission depending on the license terms. Provide intended use details for guidance.
License Display
The license statement appears within the published article to clarify reuse rights for readers and institutions.
Clear license labeling supports compliance for libraries, repositories, and educational reuse.
Attribution Example
A complete citation includes author names, article title, journal name, year, volume or issue, and DOI.
When reusing figures, include the citation and license statement in the caption to preserve attribution.
Reuse Guidance Checklist
Reuse should preserve scientific meaning and provide clear links to the original article.
Proper attribution supports compliance for libraries, educational programs, and clinical training materials.
- Include the DOI and journal name
- State the license in the reuse context
- Indicate if any changes were made
- Avoid implying endorsement by authors
License Summary
Open access licensing improves visibility and supports legal reuse when proper attribution is provided.
Authors should verify license alignment with funder requirements before acceptance.
Clear licensing improves confidence for educational and clinical reuse.
License clarity supports citation accuracy in secondary materials.
Clear reuse notes help educators and clinicians apply evidence responsibly.
Accurate licensing supports long term scholarly reuse.
Compliance Checklist
Check institutional and funder requirements early to avoid delays during production.
Ensure that reuse permissions for third party content align with open access licensing.
- Confirm license requirements before acceptance
- Secure permissions for external figures
- Provide full attribution in all reuse
- Retain documentation for audits
Compliance Summary
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Clear licensing supports visibility, reuse, and compliance.