Journal Name: Gomal Journal of Life Sciences
Frequency: Bi-Annual
Print ISSN: 3079-0484
Online ISSN: 3079-0492
Languages: English
Name of Publisher: GOMAL EDUCATION NETWORK (SMC-PRIVATE) LIMITED
Archiving Policy
- Purpose
The Archiving Policy of the Gomal Journal of Life Sciences aims to ensure the preservation, accessibility, and long-term availability of published scholarly articles and related materials. This policy outlines the procedures and responsibilities concerning the archiving of content published in the journal.
- Archiving Platforms
The Gomal Journal of Life Sciences utilizes reputable digital archiving platforms to preserve published articles. These platforms may include but are not limited to:
- PubMed Central
- CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS)
- Institutional repositories affiliated with Gomal University or other relevant academic institutions.
- Archiving Process
Upon publication, all articles published in the Gomal Journal of Life Sciences will be deposited in one or more of the aforementioned archiving platforms. The Editorial Board or designated personnel will ensure the timely submission of published content to these platforms.
- Accessibility and Long-Term Availability
Articles archived in compliance with this policy will be made freely accessible to readers worldwide. The Gomal Journal of Life Sciences is committed to ensuring the long-term availability of archived content, providing enduring access to scholarly research for future generations.
- Responsibilities
- Editorial Board: The Editorial Board is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Archiving Policy, including the selection of appropriate archiving platforms and ensuring compliance with archiving requirements.
- Authors: Authors are required to grant the Gomal Journal of Life Sciences the right to archive and distribute their published articles. Authors must adhere to any formatting or metadata requirements specified by the chosen archiving platforms.
- Journal Management: Journal management personnel are responsible for coordinating the archiving process, including the submission of content to designated archiving platforms and maintaining records of archived materials.
- Review and Updates
This Archiving Policy will be periodically reviewed and updated as necessary to ensure alignment with best practices in scholarly publishing and digital preservation. Any revisions to the policy will be communicated to relevant stakeholders.
- Compliance
All stakeholders, including authors, reviewers, and editorial staff, are expected to adhere to the provisions outlined in this Archiving Policy. Non-compliance may result in corrective actions, including but not limited to the retraction of published articles or suspension of publishing privileges.
