Open MedScience is committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, transparency, editorial responsibility, and ethical publishing practices across all content. As a medical and scientific publishing platform, we recognise the importance of providing reliable information to readers, researchers, clinicians, and contributors.
Commitment to Accuracy
All content published on Open MedScience undergoes editorial review prior to publication. Even with structured review processes, errors may occasionally occur. When inaccuracies are identified, Open MedScience acts promptly to correct them in a clear and accountable manner.
Corrections may relate to factual statements, data interpretation, author information, references, formatting issues, or typographical errors that affect clarity or meaning.
How Corrections Are Handled
When a correction is required:
- The original article is updated with accurate information.
- A correction notice is added at the end of the article, explaining the change and the modification date.
- The original publication date remains visible to maintain transparency.
Minor typographical or formatting changes that do not alter the meaning of content may be applied without a formal correction notice.
Retractions and Major Updates
If significant concerns arise that affect the reliability, integrity, or ethical standards of an article, including incorrect data, misleading claims, or breaches of editorial policy:
- The article may be temporarily removed or permanently retracted.
- A public notice is displayed explaining the reason for the action.
- Authors are contacted and given the opportunity to respond where appropriate.
Reader Feedback and Error Reporting
Open MedScience welcomes feedback from readers, authors, and industry professionals. Reports of potential inaccuracies should be submitted via the Contact page and include:
- The article title and URL
- A clear description of the issue
- Supporting evidence or sources where available
All submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.
Author Responsibilities
Authors contributing to Open MedScience are expected to:
- Ensure the accuracy and originality of submitted content
- Provide appropriate citations and references where applicable
- Respond promptly to editorial queries relating to corrections
- Cooperate fully with update or clarification requests
Failure to comply with editorial standards may result in the removal of content or restrictions on future submissions.
Blog Articles
Open MedScience publishes blog articles covering news, educational features, industry commentary, and opinion-based content related to medical imaging, healthcare technology, and scientific research.
While blog content may use a more conversational tone, the same standards of accuracy and editorial accountability apply.
Editorial Review of Blog Content
All blog articles undergo editorial review to ensure:
- Factual accuracy
- Clear distinction between opinion and evidence-based information
- Compliance with Open MedScience editorial guidelines
- Appropriate sourcing where claims are presented
Corrections to Blog Articles
If errors are identified:
- Content is corrected promptly
- A correction notice is added when changes affect the factual meaning or interpretation
- Update dates are displayed where relevant
Minor grammatical or formatting adjustments that do not affect meaning may be applied without formal notice.
Opinion and Commentary
Opinions expressed within blog content reflect the author’s perspective and do not necessarily represent the position of Open MedScience. All factual claims remain subject to correction.
Guest Blog Contributions
Guest contributors are responsible for the accuracy of submitted content. Open MedScience reserves the right to edit, update, or remove content that does not meet editorial standards or contains misleading information.
Editorial Ethics
Open MedScience adheres to ethical publishing practices aligned with recognised scientific standards. This includes:
- Maintaining editorial independence
- Avoiding conflicts of interest
- Rejecting plagiarism, fabricated data, and manipulated results
- Ensuring fair and unbiased editorial decisions
- Protecting confidentiality during editorial review
Content that breaches ethical standards may be rejected, corrected, or removed.
Peer Review Policy
Where appropriate, selected research-focused content may be peer-reviewed or reviewed by experts.
Peer review aims to:
- Improve scientific accuracy and clarity
- Identify methodological concerns or potential errors
- Ensure relevance and quality of published material
The level of review applied depends on content type and publication category. Open MedScience retains discretion over review processes.
AI Content Use Policy
Open MedScience permits responsible use of AI-assisted tools in content creation when transparency and editorial oversight are maintained.
AI-assisted or generated content must:
- Be reviewed by a human editor prior to publication
- Meet accuracy and originality standards
- Avoid fabricated references or misleading claims
- Be disclosed where required by editorial guidelines
Open MedScience does not publish fully automated content without editorial supervision.
Author Disclosure Policy
Authors must disclose:
- Financial interests or sponsorships related to submitted content
- Commercial affiliations that may influence interpretation
- Use of AI tools during content preparation, where applicable
- Potential conflicts of interest
Failure to disclose relevant information may result in editorial action or content removal.
Transparency Statement
Open MedScience is committed to maintaining reader trust through open editorial practices. Correction notices, disclosure statements, and editorial updates remain visible to support accountability and credibility.
Disclaimer
Content published on Open MedScience is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical, clinical, or professional advice. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and reliability, Open MedScience does not guarantee that all content is free from errors or omissions. Readers should consult qualified healthcare professionals or relevant experts before making decisions based on published material. Open MedScience accepts no liability for actions taken based on information presented on the platform.
home »