Copyright and Licensing

The Annals of Dermatological Research (ADR) is committed to protecting author rights while ensuring the broadest possible dissemination of scholarly work. To achieve this balance, ADR publishes all content under open access licensing that supports both author ownership and reader accessibility.

All articles published in ADR are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are properly credited.

Author Rights

Authors retain the copyright of their works published in ADR. By submitting an article, authors grant ADR the right of first publication while simultaneously licensing the work under CC BY 4.0. This ensures authors maintain ownership and control of their work while enabling global accessibility.

  • Authors can reuse, adapt, and share their work without seeking permission from ADR.
  • Authors may deposit their work in institutional and subject repositories immediately upon publication.
  • Authors retain the right to distribute their work at conferences, on personal websites, or in teaching materials.

Creative Commons License (CC BY 4.0)

Under the CC BY 4.0 license, users are free to:

  • Share: Copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
  • Adapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, including commercial use.

The only requirement is proper attribution to the original authors and the journal.

Third-Party Content

Articles may include third-party materials (e.g., images, charts, or datasets) that are not covered by CC BY 4.0. In such cases, permission must be obtained from the copyright holder before reuse. Authors are responsible for securing permissions prior to submission.

Self-Archiving Policy

ADR encourages self-archiving (Green Open Access). Authors may:

  • Deposit preprints in recognized repositories before submission.
  • Deposit accepted manuscripts in institutional repositories upon acceptance.
  • Deposit final published articles (Version of Record) immediately after publication, citing ADR as the source.

Use of Published Content

Readers, educators, and researchers are welcome to reuse ADR content under CC BY 4.0, with attribution. Common reuse cases include:

  • Inclusion of figures and tables in other publications.
  • Translation into other languages with citation of the original.
  • Incorporation into systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and guidelines.
  • Use in teaching, course packs, and learning management systems.

Compliance with International Standards

ADR’s copyright and licensing policy aligns with:

  • DOAJ Best Practice in Licensing
  • COPE Principles of Transparency
  • ICMJE Recommendations
  • OASPA Licensing Standards

Copyright Infringement and Violations

ADR actively monitors potential copyright infringements. If any violations are identified:

  • Immediate corrective actions are taken.
  • Articles may be retracted if proven unlawful or unethical.
  • Legal remedies may be pursued where necessary.

FAQs

Can I reuse my ADR article in a book?

Yes, provided ADR is acknowledged as the original publisher.

Do I need permission to share my article on ResearchGate?

No. Authors may freely share their published work with attribution.

Are reviews and editorials also under CC BY 4.0?

Yes, unless otherwise stated.