Copyright Statement for Authors - Journal of Comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology Care

The Journal of Comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology Care (JCOGC) recognizes the importance of intellectual property rights and is committed to safeguarding the interests of authors. The following copyright statement outlines the rights and responsibilities of authors submitting their work to JCOGC:

1. Author Retention of Rights:
Authors retain the copyright of their original work published in JCOGC. By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors grant JCOGC the right to publish and disseminate the work, but the ownership of the copyright remains with the authors.

2. License to Publish:
Authors grant JCOGC a non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, distribute, and display the accepted manuscript in any medium for the purpose of academic and scientific communication. This license includes the right to make the manuscript available online, both in human-readable form and machine-readable form.

3. Author's Right to Self-Archive:
Authors are permitted to self-archive the accepted manuscript on personal websites, institutional repositories, or other non-commercial platforms immediately upon publication in JCOGC. This allows authors to share their work with colleagues and the public while acknowledging its original publication in the journal.

4. Third-Party Reuse:
Authors retain the right to reuse and republish their work in other publications, provided proper attribution is given to the original publication in JCOGC. Authors are responsible for obtaining any necessary permissions for the reuse of third-party materials included in their manuscripts.

5. Author Responsibilities:
Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the content and obtaining all necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted material included in their manuscripts. Any legal obligations related to defamation, privacy, or intellectual property rights fall under the authors' responsibility.

6. Editorial Changes:
While the journal strives to maintain the integrity of the authors' work, JCOGC reserves the right to make editorial changes for the purpose of clarity, style, or adherence to journal guidelines. Any substantial changes will be communicated with the authors before publication.

7. Withdrawal of Manuscripts:
Authors have the right to request the withdrawal of their manuscript from consideration before publication. Once the manuscript is published, requests for withdrawal will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

By submitting a manuscript to JCOGC, authors acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this copyright statement. JCOGC is committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful relationship with authors, promoting the dissemination of knowledge in the field of obstetrics and gynecology.