Open Access and Licensing Policy

OPEN ACCESS AND LICENSING POLICY

JAMSTE adopts an open access policy to promote the free accessibility and global sharing of scientific knowledge. The primary goal of this policy is to ensure that research findings are accessible and usable by a wider audience.

Open Access Model

  • All articles published in JAMSTE are open access. This means that the research can be freely read and cited by anyone.

  • Authors ensure that their articles are freely accessible and distributed in digital environments. There are no paid access barriers between authors and readers.

  • Open access allows the free sharing of science, the dissemination of research, and helps reach a broader audience. As a result, research becomes accessible not only to academic circles but also to policymakers, educators, and the general public.

  • All content is assigned a DOI (Digital Object Identifier) to ensure it remains permanently accessible on digital platforms. This means that each article has a unique identifier and can always be referenced over time.

Licensing Policy: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

JAMSTE uses the Creative Commons (CC) licensing model for all published content. This license provides a clear framework regarding the usability, shareability, and non-derivability of the content.

Articles published under the CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 License are protected with the following conditions:

  • Attribution (BY): The article can be shared, but the original authors must be credited. However, no modifications can be made to the content.

  • Non-Commercial Use (NC): The article cannot be used for commercial purposes, sold, or distributed for profit.

  • No Derivatives (ND): No changes or adaptations can be made to the article. The article can only be shared in its original form.

Authors' Copyrights

  • Authors retain the copyright of their articles. However, when their article is published under the open access model in JAMSTE, authors agree to make their work accessible to everyone under this license.

  • Authors have the right to share their work on their academic profiles, university archives, personal websites, or other open-access platforms.

  • Even after publication, authors retain the copyright of their works. This ensures that authors maintain the right to use and share their work elsewhere. However, making modifications or using the published content for commercial purposes is prohibited under this license.

Global Access and Research Sharing

  • Through open access, JAMSTE ensures global access to all published articles. Research becomes freely accessible and shareable worldwide, with no barriers to access.

  • JAMSTE aims to accelerate the dissemination and impact of scientific research through the open access model.

  • Digital access to published articles is maintained, and the articles are archived to ensure that research is not lost over time.

Shareability and Distribution of Research

  • JAMSTE encourages the open accessibility of research data and related resources for all published articles. Authors are encouraged to share their datasets, research tools, and findings through data repositories and institutional archives.

  • Open access to research facilitates collaboration with other researchers, decision-making based on scientific knowledge, and the development of innovative solutions.

Permissions and Exceptions

  • Some exceptions may apply. For example, certain content may not be published even for non-commercial purposes. However, such exceptions are clearly defined for each content, and users will be notified accordingly.

Violations and Enforcement

  • If any copyright or licensing violations are detected, the relevant individuals will be notified, and necessary actions will be taken.

  • In cases of commercial use, derivative works, or licensing violations, JAMSTE reserves the right to initiate legal proceedings.

Summary:

  • JAMSTE ensures that all content is open access and freely available.

  • Authors retain the copyright of their works, but the content is published under the CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 license.

  • Commercial use and modifications are prohibited; only the original content can be shared.

  • JAMSTE promotes the global dissemination of scientific knowledge and contributes to universal research advancement.