CrossMark Policy

International Journal of Scientific Interdisciplinary Research (IJSIR)

The International Journal of Scientific Interdisciplinary Research (IJSIR) is committed to maintaining the integrity, reliability, and transparency of the scholarly record. As part of this commitment, IJSIR participates in the CrossMark initiative by CrossRef, a multi-publisher effort to provide a standard way for readers to locate the most current and authoritative version of a published article.

What is CrossMark?

CrossMark is a tool provided by CrossRef that enables readers to verify the authenticity, updates, and status of scholarly content. By clicking the CrossMark logo appearing on an article's HTML or PDF version, readers can access:

✔ The current status of the article (current, updated, or retracted)
✔ Any published corrections, updates, or errata
✔ Retractions or withdrawals, if applicable
✔ Important publication metadata such as DOI, license, and version history

Why CrossMark Matters

The CrossMark logo on each IJSIR article assures readers that:

  • The article is being actively maintained by the publisher.
  • Any changes to the article's scholarly content—such as corrections, retractions, or updates—will be transparently reflected and timestamped.
  • Users are viewing the most reliable and citable version of the record.

IJSIR’s Commitment to Version Control

The International Journal of Scientific Interdisciplinary Research (IJSIR) uses CrossMark to signal and manage any post-publication updates to ensure readers always have access to the latest validated version. Updates include:

  • Corrigenda: Author-initiated corrections to errors that do not affect the study’s results or conclusions.
  • Errata: Publisher-issued corrections.
  • Addenda: Additional information added after publication.
  • Retractions: Issued when major errors or ethical concerns invalidate the article's findings.

All changes are fully documented and linked through the CrossMark system.

Where to Find the CrossMark Icon

You will find the CrossMark logo located on the title page of each online article, both in the PDF and HTML formats. Clicking the logo will instantly verify the article's status and provide access to any updates or corrections.

CrossMark and Transparency

By adopting the CrossMark system, IJSIR demonstrates its ongoing commitment to:

✔ Upholding the integrity of the scholarly record
✔ Ensuring transparency in the research lifecycle
✔ Supporting open communication and correction of the scientific record
✔ Encouraging reader trust through responsible publishing practices

For more information, visit the CrossRef CrossMark page: https://www.crossref.org/services/crossmark/
For questions related to article updates or CrossMark implementation, contact: editor@ijsir.org