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Open access licensing protects author rights while enabling lawful reuse with attribution.

License terms are stated in the published article.

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Open access licensing allows articles to be shared and reused with proper attribution. Authors retain key rights while granting the journal permission to publish and preserve the work.

The license type is displayed in the published article and should align with funder and institutional requirements.

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Licenses support funder and repository policies

Author Rights

Authors typically retain copyright and grant the journal a publishing license so the article can be distributed and preserved.

Reuse is permitted when proper attribution is provided and the original work is not misrepresented.

  • Cite the original authors and article title
  • Link to the published article and license terms
  • Indicate if any changes were made

License Overview

Open access articles are published under a license stated within the final article.

Authors should review license terms at acceptance to ensure compliance with funder and institutional requirements.

License Selection and Compliance

Some funders require specific open access licenses or repository deposits.

Authors should confirm funder and institutional requirements before acceptance to avoid delays.

Third Party Content

Authors are responsible for permissions to reuse images, figures, or datasets owned by others.

If permission is not granted, replace third party content with original materials compatible with open access licensing.

Sharing and Compliance

Authors may share the published article on personal or institutional pages and deposit versions in repositories, subject to license terms.

Commercial reuse may require additional permission depending on the license. Provide intended use details for guidance.

Commercial Use

For commercial reuse, provide a clear description of the intended audience, distribution format, and modifications.

This helps confirm compliance with license terms.

Clear reuse terms protect authors and readers.

Proper attribution safeguards the scholarly record.

Consistent licensing supports reuse.

Self Archiving

Authors may deposit the final published article in institutional or subject repositories with full citation details and DOI.

When sharing accepted versions, include a link to the published article and note any differences.

Attribution Essentials

Attribution should include author names, article title, journal name, publication year, and DOI.

When adapting figures or tables, describe the nature of the adaptation.

Translations and Adaptations

Translations and adaptations are allowed when consistent with license terms and proper attribution is provided.

Adapted materials must preserve scientific meaning and avoid implying endorsement.

Repository Deposit

Authors are encouraged to deposit the final published article in institutional or subject repositories with the DOI and full citation.

This supports long term access and compliance reporting.

User Responsibilities

Anyone reusing content must preserve attribution, avoid misrepresentation, and respect any stated limitations in the license.

  • Maintain the original citation and DOI
  • Indicate adaptations or translations clearly
  • Do not imply endorsement by authors or journal
  • Respect privacy and ethical restrictions

Educational and Clinical Use

Educational reuse is encouraged with proper attribution and supports training for oncology care teams.

If clinical images or identifiable data are included, authors must document consent for publication.

Integrity of the Work

Reuse should preserve the integrity of the scientific record. Do not remove essential context or alter conclusions in a misleading way.

License Updates

License terms are set at publication and generally cannot be changed after release.

Authors should confirm funder requirements and institutional policies before acceptance.

Reuse Requests

Reuse requests should clearly state intended use, distribution format, and whether modifications are planned.

The editorial office can advise on permissions when needed.

Compliance Summary

  • Retain copyright and grant a publishing license
  • Provide full attribution and DOI in reuse
  • Respect privacy and ethical restrictions
  • Follow funder and institutional requirements

License Guidance

If license requirements are unclear, contact the editorial office before acceptance for guidance.

Early clarification helps align funder compliance with publication timelines.

Clear licensing supports reuse by care teams and educators.

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