Corrections and Retractions Policy

Journal of Advanced Computing and Digital Information Systems (JACDIS) is committed to maintaining the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of the scholarly record. This policy follows relevant principles and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) concerning corrections and retractions.

1. Corrections

JACDIS may publish a Correction when an error is identified in a published article that requires amendment but does not make the article’s main findings or conclusions unreliable.

Corrections may address errors made by authors as well as production or editorial errors. A Correction will identify the amended content and, where appropriate, preserve the published record and transparently document the change.

2. Retractions

JACDIS may retract a published article when there is clear evidence that the article is unreliable in whole or when serious research or publication integrity concerns are identified.

Retraction may be considered in cases involving:

  • unreliable data or findings resulting from major error, fabrication, or falsification;
  • plagiarism or redundant publication;
  • unauthorized use of material or data;
  • copyright infringement or other serious legal issues;
  • unethical research;
  • serious manipulation or compromise of the peer review process; or
  • a major undisclosed conflict of interest that significantly affected the interpretation or recommendations of the research.

Retraction may result from honest error as well as research or publication misconduct. Its primary purpose is to correct and protect the integrity of the scholarly record rather than simply to punish authors.

3. Retraction Notice

Each retraction will be accompanied by a Retraction Notice that:

  • is linked to the retracted article;
  • clearly identifies the article and its retracted status;
  • states the reason for retraction objectively and factually;
  • identifies the party responsible for the retraction; and
  • remains freely accessible to readers.

Retracted articles will not be improperly removed from the journal’s scholarly record or archives. The Retracted status will be clearly displayed so that readers are aware that the article should no longer be considered a reliable publication.

4. Editorial Assessment

Decisions to issue a Correction or Retraction are made by JACDIS based on the available evidence and the significance of the issue to the reliability and integrity of the article. Where necessary, JACDIS may request clarification or supporting information from authors, reviewers, relevant institutions, or other appropriate parties.

When an issue is under investigation and may affect the reliability of a published article, JACDIS may publish an Expression of Concern to alert readers while the matter is being assessed.

JACDIS Policy Statement on Corrections and Retractions

JACDIS will issue corrections or retractions when necessary to maintain the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of the scholarly record. Post-publication actions are based on available evidence and the significance of the identified issue, with reference to relevant COPE principles and guidelines.