Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections Policy for JITCS: Journal of Information Technology and Cyber Security

Purpose:

JITCS: Journal of Information Technology and Cyber Security values open and transparent communication in scholarly publishing. This Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections Policy aims to provide a framework for addressing post-publication discussions, corrections, and updates to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the articles published in JITCS.

Policy:

1. Post-Publication Discussions: a. JITCS encourages scholarly discussions and welcomes constructive comments and critiques on published articles. b. Authors, readers, and the broader academic community are encouraged to engage in post-publication discussions through various platforms, including comments sections, online forums, or academic social media.

2. Corrections and Updates: a. JITCS acknowledges the possibility of errors or inaccuracies in published articles and is committed to correcting them promptly. b. Authors are encouraged to notify the JITCS editorial office of any significant errors or inaccuracies in their published work. c. Corrections will be published as corrigenda or errata, clearly indicating the changes made and the reasons behind them. d. In case of minor errors or typographical mistakes, the editorial team may make necessary amendments without publishing a formal corrigendum.

3. Retractions and Expressions of Concern: a. JITCS follows the COPE guidelines in handling cases of serious ethical misconduct or research integrity concerns, which may lead to the retraction of an article. b. Retractions will be issued if there is clear evidence of plagiarism, fraudulent data, unethical research practices, or substantial errors that invalidate the findings. c. Expressions of concern may be issued in situations where an investigation is ongoing or when there are doubts regarding the integrity or validity of the published work.

4. Notification and Transparency: a. JITCS will notify the authors involved in discussions, corrections, or retractions and provide them with an opportunity to respond or provide additional information. b. All discussions, corrections, and retractions will be clearly documented and made publicly available on the JITCS website alongside the original article.

5. Cooperation and Professionalism: a. Authors, readers, and the JITCS editorial team are expected to engage in discussions and corrections in a professional and respectful manner, promoting scholarly dialogue and constructive criticism.

Note: JITCS encourages the academic community to actively participate in post-publication discussions, corrections, and updates to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the research literature. Authors are responsible for promptly addressing errors or inaccuracies in their published work and cooperating with the JITCS editorial office in the resolution of any concerns.

Please refer to the JITCS Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections Policy for detailed guidance on post-publication processes and procedures.