Copyright Protection
Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) treats copyright protection as a cornerstone of academic publishing, balancing the rights of authors with the need to disseminate research widely and responsibly. SEM acknowledges that authors invest considerable intellectual, professional, and personal effort in producing their manuscripts, and our role as publisher is to safeguard that investment while ensuring that the work reaches its intended audience.
Authors retain copyright in their work under agreements that are transparent and flexible. For traditional publishing arrangements, authors grant the journal the right to publish while still retaining certain rights to reuse their work, such as in lectures, conference presentations, or future book chapters. For those who select open access publication, licensing under widely recognized frameworks such as Creative Commons ensures that the research can circulate freely while preserving appropriate attribution. By offering both models, we allow authors to make choices that best suit their institutional requirements, funder mandates, and professional priorities, subject to the Article Processing Charges (APC).
SEM also maintains rigorous procedures to prevent the misuse of published content. All submissions undergo plagiarism screening with industry-standard software, and the editorial team carefully reviews reports to identify overlap that may indicate self-plagiarism, duplication, or unauthorized reuse of previously published materials. Once published, our staff monitors unauthorized reproduction of journal articles and collaborates with rights organizations to prevent third-party exploitation for commercial purposes. This dual commitment to supporting reuse by authors and to protecting against unauthorized misuse ensures that intellectual property remains secure while still advancing the global exchange of knowledge.
In taking copyright protection seriously, SEM reinforces both author recognition and reader trust. Authors are assured that their contributions will be properly credited and cited, while readers benefit from clear, transparent guidance on how the work may be used.