Self Archiving Policy

Journal of Health Synapse (JHS) supports self-archiving practices as part of its commitment to open access, research transparency, and the broad dissemination of scholarly work. Authors are encouraged to share and archive their research responsibly while maintaining the integrity of the published record.

 

Permitted Versions for Self-Archiving

Authors are permitted to deposit the following versions of their manuscripts in institutional or subject repositories, personal websites, or academic networking platforms:

  • Preprint Version: The original manuscript submitted before peer review.
  • Accepted Manuscript (Postprint): The peer-reviewed and accepted version prior to copyediting and final formatting.
  • Final Published Version: The officially published article provided by the journal.
 

Conditions of Self-Archiving

  • No embargo period is applied; authors may archive their work immediately upon publication.
  • Proper acknowledgment of Journal of Health Synapse (JHS) as the original source of publication is mandatory.
  • A citation and, where applicable, a direct link to the journal’s official website or published article should be included.
  • Archived content must not be altered in a way that misrepresents the published version.
 

Copyright and Licensing

All self-archived articles must comply with the journal’s copyright and licensing terms. Authors retain the right to share their work under the conditions specified by the journal’s open access policy.

Through this policy, Journal of Health Synapse (JHS) aims to enhance the visibility, accessibility, and impact of published research while safeguarding academic integrity.