Terms and Conditions

The Journal of Innovation in Multidisciplinary Research and Technology (JIMRT), published by EDTECH PUBLISHERS (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED, provides the following Terms and Conditions to govern the use of our website, submission of manuscripts, and publication processes. By accessing our website, submitting content, or engaging with JIMRT, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

1. General Provisions

1.1 Scope

These Terms and Conditions apply to all users of JIMRT’s website , including authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and other visitors. They cover all interactions with the journal, including manuscript submissions, peer review, publication, and access to published content.

1.2 Amendments

JIMRT reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the updated terms will take effect immediately upon posting. Users are responsible for reviewing these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

1.3 Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact: Email: editor@jimrt.org 

Postal Address: Journal of Innovation in Multidisciplinary Research and Technology, EDTECH PUBLISHERS (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED, 6/48, Near Chrysalis High School, Balaji Layout, Horamavu Agara, Horamavu, Bengaluru, Karnataka, INDIA, PIN: 560016

2. Manuscript Submission and Publication

2.1 Submission Requirements

• Authors must submit manuscripts via the Submission Portal in accordance with JIMRT’s Research Guidelines.
• Submissions must be original, not previously published, and not under consideration elsewhere (including preprints, unless explicitly permitted).
• Authors are responsible for ensuring compliance with formatting, ethical, and anonymization requirements for JIMRT’s double-blind peer review process.

2.2 Authorship and Contributions

• All listed authors must have made significant contributions to the research and agree to the submission and publication of the manuscript.
• Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest and provide accurate information about funding sources in the submission cover letter.
• Changes to authorship after submission require written consent from all authors and approval from the editorial office.

2.3 Article Processing Charges (APCs)

• JIMRT operates as an open-access journal and may charge an Article Processing Charge (APC) upon acceptance to cover publication costs. Details are available on the Submission Portal.
• APCs are non-refundable once a manuscript is accepted and enters the production process.
• Fee waivers or discounts may be considered for authors from low-income regions, subject to editorial approval. Requests must be submitted at the time of manuscript submission.

2.4 Licensing and Copyright

• Upon acceptance, authors grant JIMRT a non-exclusive license to publish and distribute their work under a Creative Commons license (e.g., CC BY), ensuring open-access availability.
• Authors retain copyright of their work but agree to allow JIMRT to distribute, reproduce, and archive the published article.
• Third parties wishing to reuse published content must adhere to the terms of the Creative Commons license and provide proper attribution.

2.5 Withdrawal and Retraction

• Authors may withdraw a manuscript prior to acceptance by notifying the editorial office at editor@jimrt.org. Withdrawals after acceptance may incur administrative fees.
• JIMRT reserves the right to retract published articles in cases of ethical misconduct (e.g., plagiarism, data fabrication) or significant errors. Retracted articles will be clearly marked, and authors and readers will be notified.

3. Peer Review Process

3.1 Double-Blind Peer Review

• JIMRT employs a double-blind peer review process, where the identities of authors and reviewers are concealed to ensure impartiality.
• Authors must anonymize their manuscripts to comply with this process, as outlined in the Research Guidelines.
• Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive feedback and declare any conflicts of interest.

3.2 Confidentiality

• All manuscripts and reviewer feedback are treated as confidential. Reviewers and editors must not share or use manuscript content for personal purposes.
• Authors must not attempt to identify or contact reviewers during or after the review process.

3.3 Editorial Decisions

• Editorial decisions (e.g., accept, revise, reject) are based on reviewer feedback and the manuscript’s alignment with JIMRT’s standards.
• Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a detailed justification to editor@jimrt.org. Appeals are reviewed by an independent editorial board member.

4. Ethical Standards

4.1 Plagiarism and Misconduct

• JIMRT strictly prohibits plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, verbatim copying, or improper paraphrasing. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software.
• Any ethical misconduct, such as data fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate authorship, will result in rejection or retraction and may be reported to relevant institutions.
• Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material (e.g., figures, tables) and must provide documentation upon submission.

4.2 Research Ethics

• Research involving human participants must comply with ethical standards (e.g., informed consent, Institutional Review Board approval) and include a statement confirming compliance.
• Studies involving animals must adhere to ethical guidelines for animal welfare and obtain necessary approvals.
• Authors must disclose any ethical concerns or limitations in their research.

4.3 Conflicts of Interest

• Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could influence the research or review process.
• Reviewers or editors with conflicts of interest must recuse themselves from handling the manuscript.

5. Website Usage

5.1 Access and Availability

• The JIMRT website provides open access to all published articles, free of charge, under the terms of the applicable Creative Commons license.
• JIMRT does not guarantee uninterrupted access to the website and is not liable for technical issues, downtime, or data loss.

5.2 User Conduct

• Users must not engage in activities that disrupt or harm the website, including hacking, unauthorized access, or distribution of malicious content.
• Content downloaded from the website may only be used for personal, non-commercial purposes, with proper attribution to the authors and JIMRT.

5.3 Intellectual Property

• All content on the JIMRT website, including articles, logos, and design elements, is protected by intellectual property laws.
• Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of JIMRT content is prohibited without prior written permission.

6. Liability and Disclaimers

6.1 Accuracy of Content

• While JIMRT strives to ensure the accuracy and quality of published content, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any article or information on the website.
• Authors are solely responsible for the content of their manuscripts, including data, claims, and references.

6.2 Limitation of Liability

• JIMRT and EDTECH PUBLISHERS (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED are not liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from the use of the website, submission process, or published content.
• Users assume all risks associated with accessing or relying on JIMRT’s content or services.

6.3 Third-Party Links

• The JIMRT website may contain links to third-party websites. JIMRT is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or policies of external sites.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

• JIMRT collects and processes personal information (e.g., names, email addresses, affiliations) solely for the purpose of managing submissions, peer review, and publication processes.
• Personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. For details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
• Authors, reviewers, and users may contact editor@jimrt.org to request access, correction, or deletion of their personal data.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

9. Termination of Access

• JIMRT reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the website or submission portal for users who violate these Terms and Conditions or engage in unethical or unlawful behavior.
• Authors found to have committed ethical misconduct may be banned from future submissions.

10. Contact Information

For inquiries about these Terms and Conditions, manuscript submissions, or other matters, please contact: Email: editor@jimrt.org 

Technical Support: contact@edtechpublishers.com 

Postal Address: Journal of Innovation in Multidisciplinary Research and Technology, EDTECH PUBLISHERS (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED, 6/48, Near Chrysalis High School, Balaji Layout, Horamavu Agara, Horamavu, Bengaluru, Karnataka, INDIA, PIN: 560016

We aim to respond to inquiries within 2–3 business days.

11. Acceptance of Terms

By submitting a manuscript, accessing the JIMRT website, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for contributing to JIMRT’s mission to advance multidisciplinary research and innovation.

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