Journal Policies
Open Access Policy
International Journal of Elite Research and Innovation (IJERI) is committed to the principles of open and unrestricted access to scholarly knowledge. In alignment with the Budapest Open Access Initiative, the journal provides immediate, full-text access to all published articles free of charge and without any subscription or access fees.
We believe that open access to high-quality academic research is essential for fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and globally connected scholarly community. By removing financial and legal barriers, the journal promotes broader participation in academic discourse and enables researchers, educators, students, and professionals worldwide to benefit from scientific advancements.
All content published in the journal is:
- Freely accessible online to readers across the world
- Available for reading, downloading, printing, distributing, linking, and sharing
- Usable for any lawful purpose, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors and the journal
This open-access model enhances the visibility, accessibility, and impact of research in post-quantum cryptography, cybersecurity, and advanced cryptographic systems, particularly supporting researchers and institutions with limited access to subscription-based resources.
The journal adheres to recognised best practices in open-access scholarly publishing. Each submitted manuscript undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure academic integrity, originality, and relevance. The editorial and review standards are designed to maintain the highest levels of scholarly quality and ethical responsibility.
Through this publication and access policy, the journal provides a global platform for researchers and practitioners to share innovative findings and contribute to the advancement of the post-quantum cryptography and cybersecurity community.
Archiving Policy
International Journal of Elite Research and Innovation (IJERI) is committed to ensuring that the scholarly work published in the journal remains permanently accessible and preserved for future generations.
This policy explains how the journal preserves and archives its published content to guarantee long-term accessibility for authors, researchers, scholars, and professionals worldwide.
Importance of Archiving
- Providing references and citations for future research studies
- Supporting academic learning and research training
- Informing technological development in cybersecurity and cryptography
- Helping researchers analyze the historical development of scientific knowledge
PKP Preservation Network
All articles published in the International Journal of Elite Research and Innovation (IJERI) are securely stored in the PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN), a distributed digital preservation system managed by the Public Knowledge Project.
Purpose of Archiving
- Permanence: Articles remain available for the long term
- Integrity: Content is preserved securely and reliably
- Accessibility: Researchers, students, and the public can access content without barriers
Digital Preservation and Archiving
- Secure Server Hosting with regular backups
- Reliable digital repositories for archiving
- Articles available in downloadable formats such as PDF
Plagiarism Screening
The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing. All manuscripts submitted for publication must be original works and must not contain any form of plagiarism. Authors are expected to follow responsible research and writing practices and to appropriately acknowledge all sources used.
Plagiarism may take various forms, including the unacknowledged use of text, ideas, data, tables, figures, or images; self-plagiarism involving substantial overlap with previously published work; duplicate or redundant publication; and improper paraphrasing or citation practices.
- Returned to the authors for correction
- Rejected by the editorial office
- Subject to further investigation
Responsibilities of Authors
- Authors bear full responsibility for the originality and integrity of their submitted work. All sources must be properly cited, and manuscripts must not violate copyright, ethical, or legal standards.
- Direct quotations are clearly indicated
Editorial Actions
- Immediate rejection of the manuscript
- Request for clarification, explanation, or revision from the author(s)
- Retraction or withdrawal of a published article
- Notification to the author’s affiliated institution or funding agency, when necessary
Correction and Retractions Policy
The journal allows authors to request corrections or withdrawal of manuscripts under certain circumstances. Minor corrections, such as changes in author name, affiliation, or other metadata, may be permitted after submission or publication upon formal request to the editorial office.
In cases where significant errors, ethical concerns, or issues such as plagiarism or duplicate publication are identified, the journal may issue a correction, withdrawal notice, or retraction in accordance with accepted academic publishing standards and ethical guidelines.
For correction or withdrawal requests, authors must contact the editorial office with proper justification and supporting details. Please note that administrative or processing charges may apply for such requests.
Correction or Withdrawal Charges
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