Copyright and Licensing Policy

At Science Media Research Group, Copyright and Licensing Policy outlines the rights and responsibilities of authors, readers, and the publisher regarding the use of our published content.

Copyright Ownership

All original content published in Science Media Research Group journals, including research articles, reviews, editorials, case reports, and supplementary materials, remains the intellectual property of the authors. Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors grant Science Media Research Group a non-exclusive, worldwide license to publish and distribute the work in print and digital formats.

Licensing Terms

Unless otherwise stated, all published articles are made available under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows readers and researchers to:

• Share: Copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
• Adapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
• Proper attribution must be given to the original authors and the source, including a link to the published article and the license.

Author Rights

• Reproduce their work in teaching, presentations, and institutional repositories.
• Share their article via personal or professional websites and social media platforms.
• Use their work in future publications, including derivative works, with proper citation.

Third-Party Content

Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for the use of any third-party content, such as figures, tables, or illustrations, prior to submission. All permissions must be documented and provided during the submission process. Science Media Research Group assumes no responsibility for copyright infringement arising from the use of such materials.

Licensing for Reuse

Requests for commercial reuse, translation, or republication beyond the terms of the CC BY license should be directed to Science Media Research Group. We review such requests promptly to ensure compliance with copyright and ethical standards.

Copyright Infringement

Science Media Research Group respects copyright law and expects all users to do the same. Any unauthorized use of content may result in legal action. If you believe your copyright has been infringed, please contact our editorial office immediately with detailed information regarding the material in question.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in copyright law, licensing practices, or publisher policies. Authors and readers are encouraged to review this page regularly to stay informed of current terms.