Corrections and Retractions

INKLUSIF maintains the accuracy and integrity of the scholarly record by issuing corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions where necessary.

Types of Notices

 

Corrections

Issued when an error needs to be addressed but does not invalidate the reliability of the main findings or conclusions. Errors may concern author details, affiliations, funding information, text, tables, figures, or references. A correction notice explains what has been corrected and is linked to the original article. Substantive changes are not made without notice.

Expressions of Concern

May be issued when there are serious doubts about an article's integrity but the available evidence is insufficient or an investigation is ongoing. The notice is updated in light of the investigation's outcome.

Retractions

An article may be retracted when:

  • Evidence shows findings are unreliable due to major error, fabrication, or falsification
  • Plagiarism or undisclosed duplicate publication has occurred
  • There has been a serious breach of research ethics
  • The publication process has been manipulated

Process and Access

 

Retraction decisions are based on evidence and a fair investigation. Authors are given an opportunity to respond. The journal seeks their agreement, but it is not required when the evidence supports retraction.

A retraction notice identifies the article, explains the reasons for retraction, and identifies who made the decision. The article remains available as part of the scholarly record and is clearly marked as retracted. Complete removal of an article's content is considered only in exceptional circumstances, such as a legal obligation or a serious risk to safety or privacy.

Submitting a Request

 

Requests for corrections or reports that may justify retraction should be submitted through the journal's official Contact page with the article details, a clear explanation, and supporting evidence.

INKLUSIF follows best practices for corrections and retractions in accordance with COPE guidelines to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.