Corrections and Retractions

Corrections and Retractions

When errors are identified in published articles, the journal will consider the appropriate action and may consult the editor(s), author(s), and the authors' institution(s). Errors attributable to the authors may be corrected via a corrigendum; errors attributable to the publisher via an erratum.

Where errors significantly affect the article's conclusions, or where there is evidence of misconduct, this may require retraction or an expression of concern. JIPBS follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Retraction Guidelines for such cases.

Expressions of Concern

Where a serious concern has been raised about a published article — such as a suspected but unconfirmed case of misconduct, data irregularity, or ethical violation — and the matter cannot yet be resolved through either a correction or a retraction, JIPBS may publish an Expression of Concern to alert readers while the matter is investigated. The Expression of Concern will be linked to the original article and updated with a final resolution (correction, retraction, or removal of the concern) once the investigation concludes, in accordance with COPE guidelines.