Copyright & Licensing

The  Journal of Integrated Innovation Science is committed to upholding the rights of authors while ensuring the broad dissemination of research under an open-access framework. This policy provides clear guidelines on copyright ownership, licensing terms, and the ethical use of published content, reflecting the journal's dedication to transparency and the principles of open science.

Copyright Policy

  1. Author Retention of Copyright:
    Authors retain full copyright of their work upon publication, ensuring they maintain ownership and control over its use.

  2. Grant of Publishing Rights:
    Authors grant the journal a non-exclusive, irrevocable license to publish, distribute, and archive their work in all formats (print, electronic, and digital). This license enables the journal to maximize the visibility and impact of the research while respecting authors’ intellectual property rights.

  3. Originality and Ethical Compliance:
    Authors are responsible for submitting original, unpublished work. Any content derived from third-party sources must be appropriately cited, and permissions for reuse must be obtained. The journal reserves the right to reject or retract work that violates copyright or ethical standards.

Licensing Policy

All articles published in the  Journal of Integrated Innovation Science are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). Full terms of this license can be found at https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/.

Under this license:

  1. Attribution:

    • Users may share, copy, and adapt the work for non-commercial purposes, provided proper credit is given to the original author(s) and the journal.
    • A link to the license must be included, and any modifications must be clearly indicated.

  2. Non-Commercial Use Only:

    • The work may not be used for commercial purposes without explicit permission.

  3. Encouragement of Educational and Research Use:

    • The license promotes the use of published content in academic, educational, and professional settings for non-commercial purposes.

Author Rights

Authors publishing in the journal retain the following rights:

  1. Reuse in Future Work:

    • Authors may include their published articles in future academic or professional works, such as books, presentations, and research reports, with proper attribution.

  2. Archiving Rights:

    • Authors are permitted to deposit their published work in personal, institutional, or public repositories immediately upon publication.

  3. Distribution Rights:

    • Authors may distribute copies of their work for non-commercial purposes, in line with the CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

Publisher Rights

The  Journal of Integrated Innovation Science holds the following rights:

  1. Publication and Dissemination:

    • The journal has the right to publish and distribute the articles across all platforms to ensure maximum reach and accessibility.

  2. Preservation and Archiving:

    • The journal ensures the long-term preservation of published content through trusted archiving systems (e.g., LOCKSS or CLOCKSS).

  3. Protection of Published Content:

    • The journal safeguards the integrity of its publications by addressing any instances of copyright infringement or misuse.

Third-Party Content

Authors must obtain permission to use any third-party content (e.g., images, tables, figures) included in their submission. Proper acknowledgment and evidence of permissions must be provided at the time of submission.

Policy Updates

This Copyright & Licensing Policy is reviewed periodically to align with changes in publishing practices, legal requirements, and ethical standards. Authors will be informed of any significant updates to the policy.

By adhering to this policy, the  Journal of Integrated Innovation Science ensures that the rights of authors and readers are protected while promoting the ethical and open dissemination of high-quality research. For inquiries related to copyright or licensing, please contact the journal at [[email protected]].