crossmark policy

Crossmark and Post-Publication Update Policy

Naveen International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science (NIJMS)
Published by Arundhati Research Foundation (ARF)

 

  1. Policy Statement

The Naveen International Journal of Multidisciplinary Science (NIJMS) is committed to preserving the integrity, transparency, and permanence of the scholarly record. In alignment with international publishing standards, NIJMS participates in the Crossmark initiative provided by Crossref to ensure that readers can reliably identify the current and authoritative version of published content.

Crossmark enables readers to verify document status and access any updates, corrections, or retractions associated with a publication.

  1. Scope and Implementation

This policy applies to all content published in NIJMS, including research articles, review papers, editorials, and supplementary materials. Crossmark metadata is embedded in both HTML and PDF versions of all published documents, irrespective of whether post-publication updates have occurred.

The Crossmark logo serves as a persistent indicator of the document’s update status and provides access to relevant publication record information.

  1. Post-Publication Updates

3.1 Corrections (Erratum / Corrigendum)

Minor errors that do not compromise the scientific validity, reliability, or conclusions of the article are addressed through formal correction notices. Such notices are linked to the original article and are clearly identified in the Crossmark record.

3.2 Retractions

Retractions are issued in cases of significant ethical breaches, including but not limited to plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, redundant publication, or fundamental errors that invalidate the findings. Retraction notices are transparently प्रकाशित and remain permanently linked to the original article.

3.3 Withdrawals

Manuscripts may be withdrawn prior to formal publication or, in exceptional circumstances, after publication due to legal, ethical, or administrative reasons. Withdrawal statements will be clearly documented.

3.4 Addenda and Updates

Post-publication updates, including author corrections, metadata modifications, or supplementary additions, are documented as addenda and are systematically linked to the original publication via Crossmark.

  1. Version Control and Record Integrity

Each publication in NIJMS is assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI) through Crossref, ensuring persistent identification and accessibility. All updates are formally registered and linked to the original DOI, thereby preserving version control and maintaining a transparent audit trail of changes.

The journal does not replace or remove published content; instead, any modifications are documented and linked to the original record to ensure accountability and traceability.

  1. Crossmark Metadata and Reader Notification

The Crossmark system provides readers with:

  • Verification of the current document status
  • Access to update history and publication record
  • Links to correction, retraction, or update notices
  • Additional metadata related to the publication

Readers are encouraged to utilize the Crossmark functionality to ensure they are consulting the most current version of the document.

  1. Ethical Compliance

NIJMS adheres to the principles and guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All post-publication decisions are undertaken in accordance with COPE standards and are subject to editorial oversight and due process.

  1. Related Policies

This policy should be read in conjunction with the following journal policies:

  • Author Guidelines
  • Peer Review Policy
  • Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
  • Plagiarism Screening Policy
  1. Responsibilities

8.1 Editorial Responsibility

The editorial team is responsible for evaluating and implementing post-publication updates in a timely, transparent, and consistent manner.

8.2 Author Responsibility

Authors are obligated to promptly notify the journal of any errors or issues identified in their published work.

  1. Policy Review and Updates

This policy is subject to periodic review to ensure compliance with evolving best practices in scholarly publishing. Any revisions will be reflected on this page and communicated through Crossmark metadata.

10. Standardized Crossmark Update Types

In accordance with Crossref Crossmark standards, NIJMS recognizes the following standardized update types to ensure consistency and transparency in post-publication changes:

  • Addendum: Additional information provided by the authors that enhances or clarifies the original publication without altering its conclusions.
  • Clarification: A formal notice issued to clarify ambiguities or potential misunderstandings in the published content.
  • Correction: General term for amendments addressing errors that do not compromise the integrity of the research.
  • Corrigendum: Corrections initiated by the authors to rectify errors identified post-publication.
  • Erratum: Corrections issued by the publisher to address production or editorial errors.
  • Expression of Concern: A notice indicating potential issues with the publication that are under investigation.
  • New Edition: A substantially revised version of the publication released as a new edition.
  • New Version: An updated version of the article that includes significant modifications while retaining the original record.
  • Partial Retraction: Retraction of a specific part of the article while the remainder remains valid.
  • Removal: Complete removal of the article in exceptional circumstances, such as legal or ethical requirements.
  • Retraction: Formal withdrawal of the article due to major issues such as ethical violations or invalid findings.
  • Withdrawal: Removal of the article prior to formal publication or in early publication stages.

All update types are clearly indicated and linked to the original publication through Crossmark metadata to ensure a transparent and traceable scholarly record.

Contact Information

For inquiries related to post-publication updates or Crossmark status, please contact:

Publisher: Arundhati Research Foundation (ARF)
Email: info@arundhatiresearchfoundation.com

 

Last Updated: 2026
DOI:  https://doi.org10.71126/nijms.crossmark-policy