Archiving Policy

The Clinical and Health Research Exploration journal recognizes the importance of preserving and ensuring the accessibility of published research for the long term. This archiving policy outlines the procedures for storing, preserving, and making research available to readers, researchers, and practitioners. The policy is intended to guarantee that all published content remains accessible, discoverable, and preserved in a manner that meets academic, legal, and ethical standards.

2. Archiving System:

All articles published in Clinical and Health Research Exploration will be archived in a reputable, long-term digital repository. The journal adheres to the following archiving principles:

  • Primary Archive: All content will be deposited in the journal’s own digital archive, which will be managed through its publishing platform. This ensures that all issues, including peer-reviewed articles, are backed up and remain available indefinitely.

  • Secondary Archive: The journal will also deposit all articles in additional third-party repositories to ensure the broadest possible dissemination and long-term preservation. These repositories include:

    • PubMed Central (PMC) for health and clinical research papers.

    • DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) for wider academic exposure.

    • Other regional repositories as necessary based on the geographical scope of the research.

3. Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs):

Each article published in the journal will be assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI). This ensures persistent identification and facilitates the long-term discoverability of the article, even if the original URL changes over time. The DOI will be included in all citations, metadata, and indexing services, further enhancing the visibility and longevity of the research.

4. Content Formats:

The journal will archive articles in formats that ensure both readability and longevity. All content will be stored in the following formats:

  • PDF: The standard format for articles, ensuring compatibility across a wide range of devices and software.

  • XML: For structured data to facilitate future re-use and integration into various databases and digital libraries.

  • Supplementary Materials: Where applicable, supplementary materials (e.g., datasets, appendices, figures) will also be archived alongside the article in a standardized format.

5. Preservation and Access:

  • Long-term Preservation: The journal will employ strategies for data preservation, ensuring that files are stored in a way that safeguards against data corruption and obsolescence. Regular backups will be performed to protect against data loss.

  • Open Access: All articles in Clinical and Health Research Exploration are published under an open access model. This means they will be freely accessible to all users without subscription or paywall barriers, promoting wide dissemination and impact.

  • Access After Publication: Articles will remain publicly accessible and freely available on the journal’s website and third-party repositories. Any changes or updates made to an article after publication (e.g., corrections, retractions) will be clearly noted on the article’s page.

6. Retention of Data:

All published articles and associated supplementary data will be retained for a minimum period of 10 years. Following this period, the journal will review the data and determine whether it should be retained for a longer duration or archived in a specialized, long-term preservation facility.

7. Ethical Considerations:

The journal is committed to ethical practices in archiving. All research data will be archived in compliance with relevant ethical standards and legal requirements, including respecting patient confidentiality and privacy. Data related to health and clinical research will be anonymized as necessary to ensure compliance with data protection regulations, such as the GDPR or HIPAA.