Copyright Policy

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Ansis Publications follows clear copyright practices to protect authors’ rights while promoting accessibility and reuse of published research. Journals may adopt one of the following approaches:

Author Retains Copyright

In many open-access journals, authors retain copyright of their articles. Authors may grant the journal a license for first publication, while maintaining the right to reuse, share, and distribute their work. This model gives authors full control over their content.

Journal Retains Copyright

In traditional subscription-based journals, authors may transfer copyright to the journal. The journal then holds the rights to the article and may license certain usage rights back to the author. This model is less common in open-access publishing.

Open Access and Creative Commons Licenses

Open-access journals published by Ansis Publications generally use the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows others to freely use, share, and build upon the work, provided the original authors, citation, and publisher are acknowledged, and the integrity of the work is maintained.

Open Data Policy

Ansis Publications encourages transparency and data sharing. Published datasets may fall under the Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Public Domain Dedication placing the data in the public domain for unrestricted reuse and redistribution.

License Selection

Creative Commons licenses define the permissions and restrictions for readers and users. The choice of license balances the author’s rights, the journal’s policies, and the goal of making research widely accessible while ensuring proper attribution.

Journal Retains Copyright

In traditional, subscription-based journals, it is more common for the author to transfer the copyright and associated rights to the journal. This transfer means the journal becomes responsible for the article. The journal may then choose to license certain rights back to the author. This model is less common for open access journals.