Digital Archiving and Preservation Policies

In an era of digital scholarship, the Journal of Cancer Research and Reviews (JCRR) recognizes the importance of robust digital archiving and preservation policies. These measures ensure the longevity, accessibility, and integrity of scholarly content, safeguarding scientific knowledge for current and future researchers.

1. Digital Archiving Infrastructure

1.1 Server Redundancy
JCRR uses a server redundancy system to minimize risks of data loss due to hardware failure or other unforeseen events. All content is hosted on secure, reliable servers with redundant storage solutions.

1.2 Data Backups
Automated, regular backups of all published content are maintained. Backups are stored in geographically diverse locations to enhance resilience and ensure the repository can be restored if needed.

2. Open Access and Accessibility

2.1 Open Access Philosophy
JCRR is committed to making scientific research freely accessible, promoting broad dissemination of knowledge.

2.2 Accessibility Standards
The journal follows international accessibility standards to ensure digital content is usable by individuals with disabilities, supporting inclusivity and diversity.

3. Metadata and Interoperability

3.1 Metadata Standards
JCRR follows established metadata standards such as Dublin Core to improve discoverability and ensure indexing by search engines, repositories, and scholarly databases.

3.2 Crossref DOI Assignment
Each published article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) via Crossref, providing persistent identification, accurate citation, and long-term access.

4. Licensing and Copyright Policies

4.1 Creative Commons Licensing
All content is published under a Creative Commons license, allowing sharing, adaptation, and reuse with proper attribution while authors retain copyright.

4.2 Author Rights
Authors retain intellectual property rights, and licensing ensures both wide dissemination and protection of these rights.

5. Collaboration with Archiving Services

5.1 Portico
All issues of JCRR are archived in Portico, a community-supported preservation archive for e-journals and digital collections.

5.2 SHERPA/RoMEO
JCRR is pursuing inclusion in SHERPA/RoMEO, providing transparent information on self-archiving and copyright policies.

5.3 LOCKSS and CLOCKSS
The journal is exploring collaboration with LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS) to ensure perpetual access and preservation, even in the event of publisher disruptions.

6. Persistent Identifiers and Linking

6.1 Cross-Linking
JCRR participates in cross-linking initiatives with scholarly databases, repositories, and indexing services to enhance discoverability.

6.2 ORCID Integration
Authors are encouraged to use ORCID identifiers, facilitating integration with institutional repositories and ensuring accurate attribution of contributions.

7. Periodic Audits and Assessment

7.1 Digital Preservation Audits
Regular audits are conducted to evaluate file integrity, format sustainability, and adherence to best practices in digital preservation.

7.2 Continuous Improvement
JCRR continually improves its archiving policies based on feedback, technological advances, and emerging preservation standards.

The digital archiving and preservation policies of JCRR reinforce the journal’s commitment to long-term accessibility, integrity, and discoverability of published research. By collaborating with Portico, SHERPA/RoMEO, LOCKSS, and CLOCKSS, JCRR ensures that scholarly contributions in cancer research remain preserved and widely available for the global scientific community.