Open Access Policy

This journal is committed to advancing open science by providing immediate, unrestricted access to all published articles. Content is freely available to readers worldwide upon publication—no embargoes, subscriptions, or access barriers.

Licensing Terms

All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, which permits:

  • Unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium
  • Commercial and non-commercial reuse
  • Creation of derivative works and adaptations
  • Global access for research, education, and clinical practice

Author Rights & Copyright

Authors retain copyright in their work and grant the journal the right of first publication and the right to distribute the article under the CC BY 4.0 license. Proper attribution to the authors and source is required for all reuse.

Quality & Integrity

Open access at this journal upholds rigorous editorial standards, including thorough peer review and research integrity checks, ensuring the quality and reliability of the scholarly record.

Access & Availability

  • No subscription or registration required for access
  • Articles are immediately available upon publication
  • Global reach for authors and readers

References & Standards

Last updated: 2025-08-18