INTELLECTUAL POLICY

The Journal of Multidisciplinary Business Research (JMBR) is dedicated to upholding ethical publishing practices and safeguarding intellectual property rights. Our Intellectual Property Policy establishes clear guidelines and standards for authors, contributors, and the journal itself. By adhering to these principles, we aim to maintain the integrity and credibility of scholarly research published in JMBR.

1. Copyright Ownership and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright to their work published in JMBR, granting them control over its dissemination and use. We encourage authors to select the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, allowing others to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon their work, provided proper attribution is given.

2. Author Rights and Responsibilities

Authors are endowed with rights to their work while bearing responsibilities to ensure its accuracy and ethical conduct. They have the authority to control the use and dissemination of their work, contingent upon adherence to ethical guidelines and publication standards set forth by JMBR. Authors must disclose conflicts of interest and comply with copyright laws.

3. Plagiarism Prevention and Attribution

Plagiarism is strictly prohibited in JMBR, and authors must ensure the originality of their work. Proper attribution to sources is essential to maintain scholarly integrity, and JMBR employs measures to prevent and detect plagiarism, fostering transparency and trust within the academic community.

4. Data Sharing and Transparency

JMBR encourages authors to share their research data and materials to enhance transparency and reproducibility. Transparent reporting of methods, data, and results is vital to facilitate verification and validation of research findings, promoting a culture of openness and collaboration.

5. Ethical Use of Intellectual Property

Authors and contributors are expected to uphold ethical standards in their research and publication practices, respecting the intellectual property rights of others and avoiding copyright infringement. JMBR promotes ethical conduct to ensure the integrity and credibility of scholarly research.

6. Open Access and Intellectual Property

JMBR offers open access publishing options to maximize the accessibility and visibility of research while preserving authors' rights. Authors publishing in open access journals retain certain rights to their work under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, ensuring compliance with licensing terms and facilitating broader dissemination of knowledge.

7. Copyright Infringement and Legal Compliance

JMBR has established procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims, safeguarding the intellectual property rights of authors and contributors. We are committed to complying with relevant intellectual property laws and regulations, ensuring ethical and legal conduct in all publication and dissemination activities.

In summary, the Intellectual Property Policy of JMBR is fundamental to upholding ethical publishing practices, fostering integrity, transparency, and respect for intellectual property rights. Through these measures, we endeavor to uphold the highest standards of scholarly excellence and advance multidisciplinary business research.