Open Access Policy

The Journal of Forensic Science and Research (JFSR) is committed to making research freely available to the global community. Our Open Access Policy ensures that all published content can be accessed, read, downloaded, copied, distributed, printed, and linked to without restrictions, in accordance with the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI) definition of open access.

Core Principles

  • Immediate Access: All articles are available online immediately upon publication without embargo.
  • Reuse Rights: Content is published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, allowing unrestricted reuse with attribution.
  • Equity: Authors from all regions and institutions have equal opportunities to publish, supported by our transparent waiver and discount policies.
  • Sustainability: Open access is supported by Article Processing Charges (APCs), detailed in our APC Policy.

Alignment with International Standards

JFSR’s Open Access Policy complies with global initiatives and requirements, including:

  • Plan S (cOAlition S) principles for immediate open access.
  • DOAJ best practices for open access journals.
  • ICMJE and COPE guidelines on transparency and ethical publishing.
  • Funder mandates from NIH, ERC, Horizon Europe, and Wellcome Trust.

Repository and Archiving Rights

Authors are encouraged to self-archive preprints, accepted manuscripts, and published articles in institutional and disciplinary repositories. JFSR is compatible with OAI-PMH harvesting and ensures long-term preservation through LOCKSS, Portico, and the PKP Preservation Network.

Licensing and Copyright

Authors retain copyright to their work and grant JFSR a non-exclusive license to publish. Articles are published under the CC BY 4.0 license, enabling the widest possible dissemination and reuse while ensuring proper credit to authors.

Benefits of Open Access for Authors

  • Increased readership and citations.
  • Greater visibility in academic, professional, and public domains.
  • Compliance with institutional and funding body requirements.
  • Permanent archiving and accessibility across platforms.

Benefits of Open Access for Readers

  • Free and immediate access to the latest forensic science research.
  • Ability to share, adapt, and build upon published works.
  • Enhanced collaboration across borders, disciplines, and professions.
  • Transparency and inclusivity in knowledge dissemination.

FAQs

Is there a cost for accessing JFSR articles?

No. All content is free to access and use under open access principles.

Can authors publish work already deposited in a preprint server?

Yes. Preprint submissions are allowed, provided the article meets originality and peer review requirements.

What license applies to published content?

All articles are published under CC BY 4.0, which allows reuse with proper attribution.

Commitment to Future Growth

JFSR is dedicated to enhancing its open access practices by adopting emerging technologies such as machine-readable metadata, ORCID integration, and compliance tracking for funders. Our mission is to ensure that forensic science research remains universally accessible, equitable, and impactful.