The journal management may resort to specific and exceptional measures concerning updating the scientific content of the journal based on newly emerging data that necessitates such decisions, including corrections or rare cases of final content withdrawal.

Despite the significant efforts put forth by researchers in preparing their studies, as well as the editorial board's efforts in handling scientific works, peer review, and publication procedures, the possibility of withdrawing, deleting, or modifying certain published or accepted research remains a potential decision. However, this must be done while adhering to strict guidelines to preserve the credibility and trust in the journal and its preservation system.

1.Reasons that may warrant modification or withdrawal:

When the content of the research conflicts with the journal's policies or publishing ethics.

If significant scientific errors that could invalidate the article's conclusions are identified. In this regard, the journal encourages all authors and readers to report any errors they find in the published articles.

2.Procedures for modification and withdrawal:

If the modification is approved by the journal's management, the changes are implemented and published on the journal's website as quickly as possible.

The outdated version of the research is replaced with the updated version, incorporating the approved modifications on the journal's website.

In cases of clear evidence of plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical behavior in a specific article, the journal's editorial board may decide to withdraw the research. This is done to maintain the journal's integrity and credibility and ensure that the published content adheres to ethical and research standards.

When a withdrawal decision is made, an alternative version of the article is published, clearly indicating that the original version has been withdrawn. The aim is to explain the reason behind the withdrawal and clarify that the article did not comply with the ethical standards followed by the journal.

Of course, the process of withdrawal and publication of the alternative version must be executed responsibly to ensure transparency and fairness in handling the situation. In case of disputes regarding the withdrawal decision, there are criteria and procedures to investigate complaints and review decisions. The primary goal remains to maintain the quality of published research and ensure integrity and ethics in the scientific publishing process.

The journal management follows the instructions and guidelines provided by "COPE" concerning article withdrawal to ensure proper handling of withdrawal processes in line with best publishing practices.

3. Additional procedures

In order to complete the withdrawal process, the journal administration performs the following procedures:

The editorial board or editors are informed of the research that needs to be withdrawn.

The author(s) are then directly notified of the final decision regarding the withdrawal, and relevant parties are informed if necessary.

A statement outlining the withdrawal process and its reasons is subsequently published on the journal's website at a later time.

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 Other languages

سياسة التصحيح والسحب ( Correction and withdrawal policy in ARABIC )

Politique de correction et de retrait (Correction and withdrawal policy in FRENCH)