Open Access Statement

Licenses and reuse

Each article is published under a Creative Commons license listed on the article page and summarized in our Copyright and Licensing Policy. The license defines how readers may reuse content and the attribution form required. When authors include third-party materials (figures, questionnaires, images, datasets), they are responsible for ensuring the intended reuse is permitted or for securing permissions and labeling any restrictions.

Author rights and rights retention

CJNCP supports authors in retaining key rights to their work. Authors grant the journal a license to publish and to make the version of record openly available; authors retain copyright under the applicable Creative Commons license. Authors may:

• Share the accepted manuscript (AAM) or published version (VoR) in repositories according to our Repository Policy and the article’s license.
• Reuse figures, tables, and limited text in future works with appropriate attribution and license consistency.
• Comply with funder and institutional mandates for open access and data sharing by depositing versions and metadata as required.

Repository deposit and self-archiving

We encourage authors to deposit permitted versions of their work in institutional, subject, or generalist repositories. Where articles are published under a permissive license, the published version may be deposited as the preferred copy. At minimum, the accepted manuscript may be archived with a full citation and a link to the version of record. Our typical expectations are:

We do not require an embargo for the published open-access version. If a repository requires additional metadata fields, please mirror the article’s license and citation details to avoid confusion.

Funder and institutional compliance

CJNCP’s open access model, clear licenses, and repository-friendly policies are designed to help authors comply with common funder and institutional mandates. Authors are responsible for checking specific requirements from their funders or institutions (e.g., repository choice, version allowed, license type). Our editorial office can provide acceptance letters or metadata details on request to support compliance reporting and audits.

Article Processing Charges (APCs) and waivers

Details about APCs (if applicable) and any waiver or discount options are listed on our Article Processing Charges and Waiver Policy pages. Where fees apply, they are used to support peer review management, publication, hosting, archiving, and website maintenance. Ability to pay does not influence editorial decisions; manuscripts are assessed solely on quality, ethics, and relevance to CJNCP’s scope.

• Timing: If an APC applies, it is requested only after acceptance. Submission and peer review do not depend on payment.
• Waivers/discounts: Requests are considered according to the waiver policy and may prioritize authors without funding or from low-resource settings.
• Invoices: Issued to the corresponding author or designated payer after acceptance; institutional purchase orders are accepted where available.

Third-party content and permissions

Authors are responsible for ensuring that third-party materials (e.g., images, instruments, proprietary scales) may be included under the article’s license. If reuse is not permitted, authors should obtain written permission and provide credit lines that describe any restrictions. Where necessary, we will mark items with a more restrictive notice to avoid misleading readers about reuse rights.

• Clinical images and case content: Require consent and de-identification; include consent statements in the manuscript.
• Scales and questionnaires: Verify licensing terms and cite original sources; include usage permission when required.
• Logos and trademarks: Use only when essential and permissible; avoid implying endorsement.

Text and data mining (TDM)

CJNCP supports non-infringing text and data mining of our open content consistent with the license displayed on each article. We expose machine-readable metadata via article HTML, sitemaps, and the OAI-PMH endpoint (/oai) to assist harvesting by libraries and research tools. Where the article’s license permits, users may mine the full text and figures; please honor any credit lines identifying third-party restrictions.

Automated harvesting should respect standard web etiquette (reasonable request rates) and avoid degrading site performance for readers.

Preprints and prior dissemination

CJNCP accepts submissions previously posted as preprints or included in theses, provided the authors disclose the preprint server/identifier and update the preprint upon publication with a link to the version of record. Media coverage, conference abstracts, and posters do not count as prior publication; authors should cite relevant outputs transparently.

Corrections and updates to the open record

We correct the scholarly record via updates, corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions as appropriate. Article pages clearly link to updates. Where feasible, we refresh metadata so that repositories and indexers propagate changes. Our approach aligns with the journal’s Withdrawal Policy.

Accessibility and inclusive reuse

Open access includes accessibility. We strive to provide HTML galleys with semantic structure, descriptive figure captions, alternative text for images, and table headers. Authors should avoid color-only cues, provide readable contrast, and include plain-language summaries where feasible. Accessible content improves clinical uptake and enables broader reuse in education and implementation materials.

Open access — frequently asked questions

Is every CJNCP article free to read online?

Yes. Articles are openly available at publication. The license displayed on each article page explains how the content may be reused.

Which Creative Commons license do you use?

See the Licensing Policy for the current license options and definitions. The license indicated on the article page is authoritative.

Can I deposit my paper in an institutional or subject repository?

Yes. Repository deposit is encouraged according to our Repository Policy. Include a full citation, the article license, and a link to the version of record.

Can I translate a CJNCP article?

Where the article license allows, translations are welcome. Please credit the original authors and journal, indicate that the text is a translation, and link to the version of record.

What about reusing figures and tables in clinical guidelines?

Where permitted by the article license, you may reuse figures/tables with attribution and an indication of changes. If a specific figure notes third-party restrictions, obtain permission from the rights holder.

Do APCs affect editorial decisions?

No. Editorial decisions are based solely on quality, ethics, and relevance. Where APCs apply, they are requested only after acceptance, and waivers/discounts are evaluated independently.

How does CJNCP support text and data mining?

We expose structured metadata (including via OAI-PMH) and allow mining consistent with article licenses. Please observe fair-use request rates and respect any third-party restrictions noted in credit lines.

Related policies

Open Access Policy • Copyright and Licensing Policy • Repository Policy • Article Processing Charges • Waiver Policy • Withdrawal Policy • Privacy Statement