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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Privacy Statement

1. Introduction:

The Clinical and Health Research Exploration journal is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of its authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders. This Privacy Statement outlines how personal information is collected, used, and protected during interactions with the journal. We respect your privacy and ensure that any data shared with us is handled in compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

2. Information We Collect:

We collect and process personal data when you interact with our journal, such as when you submit a manuscript, register for our newsletter, or subscribe to access journal content. The types of personal data we may collect include:

  • Author Information: Name, email address, affiliation, biography, ORCID ID, and other details provided during manuscript submission or registration.

  • Reviewer Information: Name, email address, professional affiliation, expertise, and other details submitted for the peer review process.

  • Subscriber Information: Name, email address, institutional affiliation, and subscription preferences.

  • Contact Information: Any additional information you provide when contacting the editorial office or customer support.

3. How We Use Your Information:

The information we collect is used primarily for the following purposes:

  • Manuscript Submission and Review: To manage the submission and peer review process, including corresponding with authors, assigning reviewers, and notifying authors about the status of their submission.

  • Publication and Dissemination: To process and publish articles that meet the journal’s editorial and academic standards, including sharing published content with readers and the wider academic community.

  • Communication: To send updates related to the journal, such as acceptance/rejection notifications, peer review decisions, publication alerts, and newsletters.

  • Customer Support: To provide support and respond to inquiries or issues raised by authors, reviewers, or readers.

  • Compliance: To ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including intellectual property rights, ethical standards, and data protection laws.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure:

We respect the confidentiality of the data you provide and do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, your information may be shared under the following circumstances:

  • With Peer Reviewers: For the purpose of evaluating manuscripts, your contact details and manuscript content may be shared with reviewers, who are required to maintain confidentiality.

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers (such as hosting services or manuscript submission platforms) who assist with journal operations. These providers are bound by contractual agreements to protect your personal data.

  • In Legal and Regulatory Circumstances: We may disclose your personal information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, and safety or those of others.

5. Data Security:

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include data encryption, secure servers, and restricted access to personal data by authorized personnel only. However, please note that no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Retention of Data:

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Once the data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.

7. Your Rights:

You have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions (e.g., if we no longer need it for the purposes it was collected).

  • Objection: You can object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations (e.g., for marketing purposes).

  • Withdrawal of Consent: If we process your personal data based on your consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time.