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Retractions and Corrections Policy

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /rɪˈtrækʃənz ənd kəˈrɛkʃənz ˈpɑːləsi/

A formal editorial protocol defining the procedures, criteria, and communication standards for issuing article retractions (removal due to serious flaws or misconduct) and corrections (clarifications or minor error fixes). This policy ensures transparency, protects research integrity, and maintains journal credibility.

Plain English

A journal's documented rules for removing seriously flawed papers and fixing errors in published articles.

Etymology & History

Origin languageLatin, Old French
Rootretractare (to withdraw) + corrigere (to correct) + politia (policy)
First recorded use1990s
Usage frequencyCommon

Usage

"The journal published a revised retractions and corrections policy aligned with COPE guidelines."

Style guide notes: Always reference COPE guidelines and establish clear distinction between retraction severity levels.

Also known as

error management protocol article correction procedure retraction guidelines

Contrasted with

error concealment no correction policy

Related Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a retraction and a correction?

Retractions remove articles due to serious flaws or misconduct; corrections fix minor errors or typos.

Who can request article correction or retraction?

Authors, readers, editors, or institutional officials can request corrections for documented errors.

Why Test Candidates on This?

Critical for understanding ethical editorial practices and research integrity maintenance in academic publishing.

Required skill level: Senior

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