International Journal of Anesthesia

International Journal of Anesthesia

International Journal of Anesthesia – Copyright License

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Copyright License

IJAN publishes all articles under an open access license that allows broad reuse while protecting author rights. This approach increases visibility and supports knowledge transfer in perioperative care.

Author Rights

Authors retain copyright and grant IJAN the right to publish.

  • Open access distribution
  • Attribution required
  • Reuse with proper credit
License Overview

Creative Commons Licensing

IJAN articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution license (CC BY) unless otherwise specified by funder requirements. This license permits sharing, adaptation, and reuse, provided the original work is properly cited.

Share And Reuse

Readers may copy and redistribute the article in any medium or format for academic, clinical, and educational purposes.

Adapt And Build Upon

Others may remix or build upon the work for new research, provided proper attribution is included.

Attribution Required

All reuse must include author names, article title, journal name, and a link to the license.

No Additional Restrictions

Users may not apply legal terms or technological measures that restrict others from the license rights.

This license aligns with many funder mandates and enables broad dissemination of anesthesia research to clinicians and policy makers.

Author Responsibilities

Third Party Content And Permissions

If your manuscript includes previously published figures, tables, or images, you must obtain written permission from the copyright holder and provide documentation at submission.

Permissions Documentation

Provide permission letters or licenses for reused content and include proper citations in captions.

Patient Images

Obtain patient consent for any identifiable images or clinical photographs.

Funding Compliance

Some funders require specific license terms. Inform the editorial office if alternative licensing is required.

Preprint Sharing

Authors may share preprints, provided they disclose the preprint during submission and update it after publication.

Authors remain responsible for ensuring that all content complies with copyright law and ethical standards.

Reuse Examples

How Articles May Be Used

  • Clinical guidelines and education materials with full attribution.
  • Translations or adaptations for regional perioperative training.
  • Systematic reviews and meta analyses with proper citation.
  • Policy documents and quality improvement initiatives.

Proper attribution ensures authors receive credit for their contributions and helps maintain citation integrity.

Need Licensing Guidance?

Email [email protected] with questions about copyright, permissions, or funder requirements.

Rights Retention

Author Rights And Reuse

Authors retain copyright and grant the journal a license to publish and distribute the work. This allows authors to share their articles in institutional repositories, professional websites, and conference materials with proper attribution.

Readers may reuse and adapt content for educational and clinical training purposes, provided the original authors and source are cited. This supports rapid knowledge transfer in perioperative settings where updated evidence can improve outcomes.

For any licensing questions or special funder requirements, contact the editorial office prior to publication.

Reuse Scenarios

How The License Supports Clinical Practice

Open licensing allows educators to incorporate IJAN articles into residency curricula, simulation training, and continuing education programs. Hospitals may adapt figures or tables for protocols, provided attribution is maintained.

Researchers may reuse data visualizations or methodology descriptions when conducting meta analyses or guideline updates. The license supports rapid translation of anesthesia evidence into clinical practice.

Third Party Rights

Using Licensed Materials

If you include content owned by others, obtain written permission and clearly label reused material. Failure to secure permissions can delay publication.

When adapting guidelines or figures, ensure that reuse complies with the original license terms and include proper attribution in the caption.

Attribution Guidance

How To Cite Correctly

Reuse should include author names, article title, journal name, publication year, and a link to the license. Proper attribution ensures credit and supports citation integrity.

Repository Deposits

Sharing After Publication

Authors may deposit the published article in institutional repositories and personal websites with full citation and license information.

License Notice

Include The License Link

When sharing or adapting IJAN articles, include the license name and link so readers understand permitted uses and attribution requirements.

Compliance

Meeting Funder Requirements

Many funders require open access licensing. If your grant mandates a specific license, inform the editorial office early so the correct terms are applied at publication.

Practical Use

Use In Teaching And Training

Open licensing supports reuse in clinical teaching, simulation, and professional development activities when full attribution is provided.

Attribution

Keep Citations Visible

Always retain the original citation when reusing text or figures.