Licensing Policy

The Journal of Carcinogenesis Research (JCR) ensures broad dissemination and ethical reuse of published research. JCR follows a structured licensing policy that allows authors to retain rights while granting the journal permissions for publication and distribution.

License Type

All articles are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0), unless stated otherwise, allowing:

  • Sharing and redistribution in any medium or format.
  • Adaptation for any purpose, including commercial use.
  • Use, citation, and distribution with proper attribution.

Author Rights & Retention

  • Deposit preprints or accepted versions in repositories or personal sites.
  • Use published articles in future academic works (books, dissertations).
  • Distribute copies for educational or non-commercial purposes.

Journal & Publisher Rights

  • Disseminate articles through indexing platforms and digital archives.
  • Preserve the scholarly record and enforce ethical standards.
  • Implement corrections, errata, or retractions per COPE guidelines.

Third-Party Content & Permissions

  • Obtain written permission for copyrighted material before submission.
  • Clearly credit the original source.
  • Ensure use complies with original license terms.

Commercial & Non-Commercial Use

The CC BY 4.0 license allows both commercial and non-commercial use with proper credit. Content may be integrated into educational materials, presentations, and industry or policy development.

Special Publications

Editorials, commentaries, or special collections may have alternative licenses upon request. Authors should contact the editorial office for funder or institutional requirements.

Compliance & Violations

Unauthorized use without proper attribution may result in legal action. All authors and users must adhere to licensing terms to maintain ethical publishing standards.

Contact & Inquiries

For licensing questions, contact the JCR Editorial Office at editor@carcinog.com. By submitting to JCR, authors agree to comply with this policy, ensuring responsible dissemination while protecting rights.