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Interjournal Conflict Resolution

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈdʒɜrnəl ˈkɒnflɪkt ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

The formal mechanism and procedures established to address disputes, claims, and conflicts arising between multiple journals regarding manuscript ownership, competing submissions, or rights disputes. These protocols ensure ethical standards and maintain integrity across publishing networks.

Plain English

The formal process for resolving disputes between different journals about manuscripts or publishing rights.

Etymology & History

Origin languageEnglish
Rootinter (Latin inter) + journal (Latin diurnalis) + conflict (Latin confligere) + resolution (Latin resolvere)
First recorded use2010s
Usage frequencyRare

Usage

"The interjournal conflict resolution committee investigated simultaneous submissions to competing journals."

Style guide notes: Reference specific publishing guidelines or organizational policies when discussing procedures.

Also known as

cross-journal dispute resolution interdisciplinary conflict management multi-journal arbitration

Contrasted with

single-journal authority unilateral decision-making

Related Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What conflicts typically require interjournal resolution?

Simultaneous submissions, manuscript ownership disputes, rights conflicts, and ethical violations across journals.

Who implements interjournal conflict resolution?

Publisher committees, editorial boards, ethics committees, and sometimes professional publishing organizations.

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Specialized knowledge area for editors managing multi-journal publishing systems or compliance roles.

Required skill level: Expert

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