Share, Preserve, and Reuse with Confidence
JOD supports responsible archiving of published work to increase transparency, reuse, and long term access. Our open access model encourages authors to deposit their work in trusted repositories with proper attribution and DOI links.
Immediate Sharing
Proper Attribution
Trusted Repositories
Version Clarity
Ethical Compliance
Long Term Access
Clear Guidance for Authors and Institutions
What Can Be Archived
Because JOD is open access, authors may share the final published version of their article with proper citation and DOI links. Accepted manuscripts may also be deposited when required by institutions or funders, provided that the published version is clearly referenced.
Where You Can Deposit
Authors may archive articles in institutional repositories, subject repositories, personal or laboratory websites, and funder mandated repositories. We encourage use of stable platforms that provide persistent access and clear metadata.
Why It Matters
Archiving improves transparency, enables secondary analysis, and ensures durable access for clinicians, counselors, and policy makers. For end-of-life research, these benefits help strengthen practice and public understanding across diverse settings.
Key Permissions at a Glance
Use the following guidance to archive your work responsibly while preserving citations and author credit.
Where to Archive
Version and Citation Clarity
When posting an article, clearly indicate the version and always include the formal citation and DOI. This ensures the scholarly record remains consistent and helps readers find the definitive published version. If you archive an accepted manuscript, add a note that it is not the final formatted version.
Licensing and Reuse
Archiving should follow the JOD copyright license, which defines how others can share and reuse your work while preserving attribution. Please review the copyright license page to understand allowable reuse and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
Ethics and Sensitive Data
Research in end-of-life care can involve sensitive information. Authors must protect participant confidentiality and comply with ethics approvals. If datasets cannot be shared, provide a data availability statement explaining limitations and any access conditions.
Long Term Preservation
Stable archiving protects the scholarly record over time. We recommend using repositories that offer persistent identifiers and long term preservation. This strengthens citation integrity and ensures access for future clinicians, educators, and policy researchers.
Preprints and Prior Posting
If you previously posted a preprint, disclose this at submission and include the preprint DOI or link. We support transparent scholarly communication and encourage authors to update preprints with a citation to the final published version once available.
Repository Metadata
Accurate metadata improves discovery. When depositing your article, include the full citation, DOI, author names, and keywords. This helps repository records align with the journal version and reduces confusion for readers and indexers.
Data Citation and Reuse
If you archive datasets or supplementary materials, provide a clear citation and any associated identifiers. Proper data citation supports reuse, credit, and transparency, especially for methods that inform clinical care, bereavement interventions, or policy analysis.
Funder and Institutional Compliance
Many funders require repository deposit or specific access statements. JOD supports these requirements and will assist with documentation when requested. If you are uncertain about your obligations, contact [email protected] for guidance.
Author Responsibilities
Authors are responsible for ensuring that archived versions are accurate, complete, and linked to the final record. Do not post preliminary drafts that differ substantially from the accepted version, and avoid multiple conflicting uploads across platforms.
Repository Best Practices
Choose repositories with clear governance, persistent identifiers, and stable URLs. Include licensing information, specify the article version, and update records if corrections are issued. These practices improve long term reliability and scholarly trust.
Open access is strongest when it is preserved and discoverable. JOD encourages responsible archiving so research on death and dying remains accessible for future scholarship and practice.
Need Archiving Guidance?
If you are unsure about repository requirements or licensing, contact [email protected] and we will provide clear guidance aligned with your institution or funder.
