REPOSITORY POLICY

The Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) encourages authors to deposit their research outputs in trusted institutional or subject-specific repositories to enhance the visibility, accessibility, and long-term preservation of scholarly work. This repository policy supports the principles of open science, transparency, and responsible sharing of scientific knowledge.

Key Guidelines for Repository Use

  • Authors are permitted to deposit the accepted manuscript (post-peer-review, pre-typeset version) in institutional repositories, subject repositories, or personal websites.
  • The final published version of the article may also be deposited in compliance with the journal’s open-access policy, with proper citation and a link to the official JNPD publication.
  • All repository entries should clearly indicate the version of the manuscript and provide a reference to the final published article to maintain transparency.
  • Authors must ensure that deposited manuscripts adhere to copyright and licensing terms, safeguarding the journal’s publication rights.

Benefits of Using Repositories

  • Increased Visibility: Research is easily discoverable by a global audience of scholars, researchers, and practitioners.
  • Enhanced Accessibility: Provides free access to scientific work, aligning with open-access principles.
  • Citation Potential: Wider availability often leads to higher citations and academic recognition.
  • Compliance: Supports institutional and funder mandates for open-access archiving.
  • Preservation: Ensures long-term availability and safe storage of research outputs.

Commitment to Responsible Archiving

Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) is committed to facilitating responsible and ethical archiving of scientific work. Authors are encouraged to deposit their manuscripts while maintaining integrity, transparency, and proper attribution. This policy ensures that research published in The Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) reaches the widest possible audience and contributes meaningfully to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences.