Corrections and Errata Policy

Policy Statement

The International Journal of Research on Multidisciplinary Studies (IJROMS) is committed to preserving the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the scholarly record. The journal recognizes that errors may occasionally be identified in published articles and that such errors must be addressed through transparent, timely, and appropriate editorial action.

This policy establishes the procedures for identifying, evaluating, correcting, and documenting errors in articles published by IJROMS. It applies to errors identified by authors, readers, reviewers, editors, or other individuals after an article has been formally published.

IJROMS adheres to the principles of publication ethics, editorial accountability, transparency, and responsible scholarly communication. Corrections are implemented when necessary to ensure that published research remains accurate, traceable, and trustworthy without compromising the integrity of the scholarly record.

1. Scope of the Policy

This policy applies to all scholarly content published by IJROMS, including original research articles, review papers, conceptual and theoretical papers, case studies, and other accepted scholarly contributions.

It covers errors that may affect the accuracy, completeness, interpretation, attribution, or presentation of published material.

The journal considers correction requests involving, but not limited to:

• Errors in article titles, author names, affiliations, and institutional information.

• Incorrect or incomplete bibliographic information.

• Typographical, grammatical, and formatting errors that affect the meaning or clarity of the article.

• Errors in tables, figures, illustrations, and supplementary materials.

• Incorrect data, calculations, statistical values, or reported findings.

• Errors in references, citations, and acknowledgments.

• Inaccuracies in funding disclosures, conflict-of-interest declarations, or other required statements.

• Other errors that may affect the interpretation, reproducibility, or scholarly reliability of the published work.

2. Reporting of Errors

Any individual who identifies a potential error in a published IJROMS article may formally notify the editorial office.

Reports may be submitted by:

• The original author or corresponding author.

• Readers and members of the academic community.

• Peer reviewers and editorial board members.

• Researchers or institutions with relevant evidence.

• Other individuals with legitimate concerns regarding the accuracy of a published article.

Requests for corrections must be submitted through the journal's official communication channels and should include:

• The full title of the published article.

• The names of the authors.

• The volume, issue, publication year, and DOI, if available.

• A clear description of the identified error.

• The proposed correction, where applicable.

• Supporting documentation or evidence, when necessary.

The editorial office acknowledges receipt of correction requests and conducts an initial assessment to determine the appropriate course of action.

3. Editorial Assessment and Verification

All reported errors are subject to editorial evaluation before any correction is approved or implemented.

The editorial office determines:

• Whether the reported issue constitutes an actual error.

• Whether the error originated during manuscript preparation, peer review, editorial processing, or publication production.

• Whether the error affects the article's meaning, interpretation, findings, or scholarly reliability.

• Whether the proposed correction is sufficient to address the identified problem.

• Whether consultation with the original authors, reviewers, subject experts, or relevant institutions is necessary.

The journal may request additional information or supporting documentation from the authors or reporting individuals.

All correction decisions shall be based on the nature, significance, and potential impact of the identified error rather than the professional status or institutional affiliation of the individuals involved.

4. Types of Corrections and Editorial Actions

Depending on the nature and seriousness of the identified issue, IJROMS may implement the following actions:

4.1 Erratum

An erratum is issued when an error is introduced during the journal's editorial, production, or publication processes.

Examples include:

• Incorrectly displayed author names or affiliations.

• Production-related errors in tables, figures, or article formatting.

• Incorrect page numbers or bibliographic information.

• Errors introduced during typesetting or publication preparation.

An erratum identifies the original error and provides the corresponding corrected information.

4.2 Corrigendum

A corrigendum is issued when an error originates from the authors' submitted or approved manuscript.

Examples include:

• Incorrect author-provided information.

• Errors in reported data or calculations.

• Inaccuracies in tables, figures, or descriptions of research procedures.

• Omissions or inaccuracies in acknowledgments and disclosures.

A corrigendum provides the necessary clarification or corrected information while maintaining a transparent record of the original publication.

4.3 Minor Corrections

Minor errors that do not affect the interpretation, validity, or conclusions of an article may be corrected directly in the online version, subject to editorial approval and the journal's documentation procedures.

Examples include typographical mistakes, minor formatting inconsistencies, and other non-substantive errors.

Where appropriate, the journal may document these changes in accordance with its publication and version-control procedures.

4.4 Substantive Corrections

Substantive corrections are required when an identified error affects the accuracy, interpretation, or reliability of specific portions of a published article but does not invalidate the overall findings or conclusions.

Such corrections may involve amendments to data, statistical results, methodological descriptions, tables, figures, or other significant scholarly content.

The journal may require supporting evidence and additional expert evaluation before issuing a correction notice.

4.5 Expression of Concern

An Expression of Concern may be issued when credible concerns regarding a published article have been identified but the available evidence is insufficient to reach a definitive editorial conclusion.

This action may be considered when:

• An investigation into potential research misconduct is ongoing.

• Significant questions regarding the reliability of published findings remain unresolved.

• The journal is awaiting clarification or an institutional investigation.

• The integrity of the article is in question and immediate notification of readers is warranted.

An Expression of Concern informs readers that the reliability of the published work is under editorial consideration. It does not, by itself, constitute a determination of misconduct.

4.6 Retraction

Retraction may be considered when serious problems substantially undermine the validity, reliability, or integrity of a published article.

Grounds for retraction may include:

• Fabrication or falsification of research data.

• Plagiarism or substantial unattributed duplication.

• Serious methodological or analytical errors that invalidate the findings.

• Unethical research practices or significant violations of research ethics.

• Duplicate or redundant publication.

• Unauthorized or fraudulent authorship practices.

• Other circumstances that fundamentally compromise the reliability of the scholarly record.

Retraction decisions are made following appropriate editorial assessment and consideration of available evidence.

A retraction notice shall clearly identify the affected article, explain the reason for retraction to the extent appropriate, and distinguish between author-initiated and editor-initiated retractions where applicable.

Retracted articles shall remain accessible in the journal's online archive, clearly marked as retracted, to preserve the transparency and traceability of the scholarly record.

5. Publication of Correction Notices

Approved corrections shall be formally documented and published in a manner that allows readers to identify the relationship between the original article and its correction.

Correction notices should include:

• The title of the original article.

• The names of the original authors.

• The original publication details.

• The DOI of the original article, if available.

• A clear description of the identified error.

• The corrected information.

• The date of publication of the correction notice.

• A reference or link connecting the correction notice to the original article.

Where applicable, the original article shall contain a prominent notice or link directing readers to the corresponding correction.

Correction notices shall be assigned their own persistent identifier or DOI when applicable and supported by the journal's publishing infrastructure.

6. Preservation of the Published Record

IJROMS recognizes the importance of maintaining a permanent and transparent scholarly record.

Accordingly:

• Published articles shall not be silently altered to conceal substantive errors.

• Significant corrections shall be documented through appropriate correction notices.

• Original publication records and associated correction notices shall remain traceable.

• Retracted articles shall retain their original bibliographic records and be clearly identified as retracted.

• Updated article versions shall maintain appropriate links to previous versions and related editorial notices, where applicable.

Minor production corrections may be implemented directly when they do not affect the scholarly interpretation of the article, subject to appropriate editorial documentation.

7. Author Responsibilities

Authors are expected to cooperate with the editorial office when errors are identified in their published work.

Authors who discover significant errors in their own articles are encouraged to notify the journal promptly and provide the necessary explanations and supporting documentation.

Authors must:

• Disclose identified errors accurately and without unnecessary delay.

• Cooperate with editorial investigations and verification procedures.

• Provide corrected information and supporting evidence when requested.

• Respond to editorial inquiries concerning the accuracy and integrity of their published work.

• Refrain from concealing or misrepresenting errors that may affect the scholarly record.

Failure to cooperate does not prevent the journal from taking appropriate editorial action when sufficient evidence warrants correction or other publication-related measures.

8. Editorial Responsibility and Decision-Making

The Editor-in-Chief, in coordination with the editorial office and relevant editorial personnel, is responsible for overseeing the implementation of this policy.

The journal reserves the right to consult independent subject experts, research institutions, ethics committees, or other relevant authorities when the nature of a reported concern requires additional investigation.

Editorial decisions shall be guided by:

• The seriousness and significance of the identified error.

• The strength and reliability of the available evidence.

• The potential impact on the interpretation and validity of the research.

• The principles of fairness, confidentiality, and due process.

• The responsibility to protect the integrity of the scholarly record.

The journal maintains editorial independence in determining the appropriate corrective action.

9. Appeals and Requests for Reconsideration

Authors or other concerned parties may submit a formal request for reconsideration when they believe that an editorial decision concerning a correction, Expression of Concern, or retraction has been based on incomplete information or a misinterpretation of the available evidence.

Requests must include a clear explanation and relevant supporting documentation.

The journal may conduct an additional assessment or seek independent expert advice before issuing a final determination.

10. Policy Implementation and Review

This policy applies to all articles and scholarly materials published by the International Journal of Research on Multidisciplinary Studies (IJROMS).

The journal reserves the right to revise or update this policy when necessary to reflect developments in scholarly publishing, publication ethics, editorial practice, and recognized international standards.

All corrections and related editorial actions shall be implemented with the objective of protecting research integrity, maintaining public trust, and preserving the accuracy of the scholarly record.