SELF ARCHIVING POLICY

The Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) strongly encourages authors to share, archive, and disseminate their research responsibly. Self-archiving is an important practice that enhances the visibility, accessibility, and academic impact of scientific work, while respecting copyright and licensing agreements.

Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) recognizes the growing importance of open science and institutional repositories. The journal supports authors in sharing their research through self-archiving, provided it follows ethical standards and journal policies. Authors are expected to clearly indicate the version of the manuscript being archived and provide proper attribution to the original publication.

Archiving Guidelines

• Authors may archive the accepted manuscript (post-peer-review, pre-typeset version) in institutional repositories, personal websites, or other non-commercial platforms.
• The final published version (typeset PDF) may be shared according to the journal’s open-access policy, but it must include a full citation and link to the original Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) article.
• Self-archived manuscripts should clearly indicate that they are pre-publication or accepted versions and provide a reference to the final published article to maintain transparency.
• Authors must adhere to copyright and licensing agreements, ensuring that sharing does not violate the journal’s rights or agreements.

Benefits of Self-Archiving

• Enhanced Visibility: Increases discoverability of research among scholars, clinicians, and policymakers.
• Greater Accessibility: Enables readers worldwide to access research without subscription barriers.
• Increased Citations: Wider dissemination often leads to higher citation rates and academic recognition.
• Compliance with Mandates: Supports adherence to institutional, funder, and governmental open-access requirements.
• Long-Term Preservation: Ensures that research remains accessible over time through institutional repositories and academic archives.

Journal of Novel Pharmaceutical Discoveries (JNPD) is committed to facilitating responsible sharing of research, promoting transparency, accessibility, and integrity in scientific publishing. By following the self-archiving policy, authors can maximize the impact of their research, ensuring that their work reaches a global audience while preserving the credibility and authority of the published article.