Licensing Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/21 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), as an Open Access journal, publishes all its articles under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
License Specifications:
Under this license, you (readers, researchers, and the general public) are free to:
License Specifications:
- License Title: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License
- Standard Code: CC BY 4.0
- Official License Deed: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Under this license, you (readers, researchers, and the general public) are free to:
- Share: Copy, reproduce, and redistribute the article in any medium or format.
- Adapt: Remix, transform, translate, or build upon the article for any purpose, even commercially.
- Attribution: You must give appropriate credit to the original work. This credit must include the name(s) of the author(s), the title of the article, the name of the journal (Research in Medicine), the Digital Object Identifier (DOI), and a link to the original article. You must also indicate if any changes were made to the original work.
- Copyright Ownership: Under this policy, authors retain the copyright of their work. No exclusive rights are transferred to the publisher. The journal's role is solely to publish and make the work accessible under the license mentioned above.
- Guarantee of Compliance: The terms of this license are fully compliant with the original version provided by the Creative Commons organization, and the journal imposes no additional restrictions or conditions beyond it.
- Third-Party Content: If an article contains images, tables, or excerpts that have been previously published by other sources, the author is responsible for obtaining the necessary permissions to publish that content under the CC BY 4.0 license and must clearly acknowledge the original source within the article.
- Inclusion in Articles: Information regarding this license is included in all published articles (in the article metadata, the full-text PDF, and on the article's webpage).
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Copyright Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/21 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), operating within the framework of Open Access, defines its copyright policy based on the following principles:
Authors' Rights
By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors confirm that:
Authors' Rights
- Copyright Ownership: Authors publishing in this journal retain full copyright of their work. This means that authors hold all exclusive rights to their work after publication.
- Journal's Role: The journal's role is solely to provide a platform for peer review, editing, publication, and accessibility. No exclusive rights are transferred from the author to the journal.
- Grant of License to the Journal: By submitting and having their article accepted for publication, authors grant the journal "Research in Medicine" a non-exclusive right to publish, distribute, and make the final published version of the article fully accessible on the journal's website and in all databases and indexes (including DOAJ).
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License to the Public: All articles are published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) . Under this license:
- Any individual or entity is free to share, copy, distribute, translate, or even build upon the article for any purpose, including commercial purposes.
- The sole condition is that appropriate credit must be given to the original source and author(s), and any modifications must be indicated.
By submitting a manuscript to the journal, authors confirm that:
- The submitted work is their original, first-hand work.
- If they have used the work of others (images, tables, lengthy quotations), they have obtained the necessary permissions to publish those elements under the CC BY 4.0 license and have properly cited the sources.
- The manuscript has not been previously published in another journal and is not simultaneously under consideration by another journal.
- All contributing authors are aware of and have consented to the final content of the manuscript and its submission to the journal.
- Authors are encouraged to deposit the final published version (Publisher's Version/PDF) of their article immediately upon publication in institutional repositories, personal websites, academic social networks, and other platforms. This is permitted under the CC BY 4.0 license and helps increase the visibility and citations of the work.
- Users of the articles (readers, researchers) are required to comply with the terms of the CC BY 4.0 license, the most important of which is proper and complete attribution to the author(s) and the original source.
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Archiving Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/21 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), in order to ensure the long-term preservation of scientific achievements and guarantee permanent access to articles, has defined its archiving policy based on international standards.
Importance of Digital Preservation
Long-term preservation of research resources is of paramount importance for the permanence of human knowledge. Digital preservation goes beyond simple website backup and involves curation and management processes to ensure content remains usable over time, despite technological changes.
Digital Archives
To ensure permanent access and preservation, the articles published in this journal are continuously deposited and indexed in the following digital archives:
1. National Databases
All articles are available as full-text (PDF) on the official journal website at
3. Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Digital Repository
As the journal's owner, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences is committed to the long-term preservation of all published articles in its digital repositories. This ensures the preservation of the university's scientific heritage and sustainable access to its research outputs.
Self-Archiving Policy
In addition to archiving by the journal, authors are encouraged to deposit the final published version (Publisher's Version/PDF) of their articles immediately upon publication in institutional repositories, personal websites, and academic social networks. This is permitted under the CC BY 4.0 license, and no embargo period is applied.
Importance of Digital Preservation
Long-term preservation of research resources is of paramount importance for the permanence of human knowledge. Digital preservation goes beyond simple website backup and involves curation and management processes to ensure content remains usable over time, despite technological changes.
Digital Archives
To ensure permanent access and preservation, the articles published in this journal are continuously deposited and indexed in the following digital archives:
1. National Databases
- SID (Scientific Information Database): All journal articles are indexed and archived in SID as one of the national trusted archives. SID, aiming for the long-term preservation and accessibility of Iranian scientific productions, maintains a complete collection of the journal's articles in its digital archive.
- ISC (Islamic World Science Citation Center): Journal articles are indexed and archived in the ISC database as one of the most important scientific archives in the region. ISC, by covering scientific productions of Islamic countries, plays a significant role in preserving these works.
- Magiran Database: The journal collaborates with Magiran, which indexes and archives a collection of Iranian scientific journals, and all articles are accessible and retrievable in this database.
All articles are available as full-text (PDF) on the official journal website at
pejouhesh.sbmu.ac.ir. The journal's website is hosted and supported by YektaWeb company, and regular data backups are performed periodically.3. Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Digital Repository
As the journal's owner, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences is committed to the long-term preservation of all published articles in its digital repositories. This ensures the preservation of the university's scientific heritage and sustainable access to its research outputs.
Self-Archiving Policy
In addition to archiving by the journal, authors are encouraged to deposit the final published version (Publisher's Version/PDF) of their articles immediately upon publication in institutional repositories, personal websites, and academic social networks. This is permitted under the CC BY 4.0 license, and no embargo period is applied.
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Digital Repository Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/24 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), in order to maximize the accessibility and visibility of articles, deposits them in numerous digital repositories at both national and international levels.
Current Repositories of the Journal
Articles published in this journal are uploaded and indexed immediately after publication in the following digital repositories:
1. Official Journal Website (Main Repository)
The journal's website at
pejouhesh.sbmu.ac.ir serves as the main repository and the primary access point for articles, providing all published issues as full-text (PDF) openly accessible to the public. This website is designed, hosted, and supported by YektaWeb company and provides researchers with search, download, and citation capabilities.2. Scientific Information Database (SID)
All journal articles are indexed in the SID database at
www.sid.ir. This national repository facilitates access to articles for researchers across the country.3. Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC)
Journal articles are indexed in the ISC database at
www.isc.gov.ir. This regional repository covers scientific productions of Islamic countries and increases the international visibility of articles.4. Magiran Database
The journal collaborates with the Magiran database at
www.magiran.com, and all articles are accessible in this national repository as well.5. Google Scholar Search Engine
Journal articles are retrievable through Google Scholar, which contributes to increasing the global visibility of the articles.
Benefits of Presence in Multiple Repositories
- Increased Visibility: Researchers can access articles through various channels
- Increased Citations: Greater accessibility leads to more citations
- Access Guarantee: If one repository experiences issues, others remain accessible
- Integration with Evaluation Systems: Presence in SID and ISC is essential for national evaluations
In addition to the above repositories, authors are welcome to deposit the final published version of their articles in their institutional repositories (affiliated with their university or workplace), personal websites, and academic social networks such as ResearchGate and Academia.edu. This is permitted under the CC BY 4.0 license and has no restrictions.
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Pre-print Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/24 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki) recognizes the value of preprint servers in accelerating the dissemination of scientific findings. This policy explicitly defines our stance on the prior deposition of manuscripts on preprint servers.
Definition of a Preprint
A preprint is a complete draft of a research manuscript that an author shares on a public server before it has been peer-reviewed and accepted for publication in a journal.
Journal Stance on Preprints
"Research in Medicine" welcomes submissions that have been previously posted on preprint servers. The posting of a manuscript on a preprint server is not considered prior publication and does not compromise consideration for publication in this journal.
Author Obligations
- Disclose at Submission: Authors must inform the editorial office of the preprint at the time of submission, provide the DOI or direct URL, and confirm that the manuscript has not been previously published in another journal.
- Cite upon Publication: If accepted, authors must update the preprint record with a citation to the final published article, including full journal reference, DOI, and a link to the Version of Record on the "Research in Medicine" website. A statement such as "This manuscript has been published in Research in Medicine [full citation]" is required.
Publishing a preprint does not violate "Research in Medicine's" media embargo policy. However, authors should be aware that presenting findings at conferences or discussing them with the media may accelerate public discourse prior to peer review.
Alignment with International Guidelines
This policy aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) regarding preprints.
Contact the Editorial Office
For any questions regarding this policy, please contact the editorial office.
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Peer Review Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/24 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), in order to maintain and enhance the scientific quality of published articles, follows a rigorous, transparent peer review process based on international standards. This policy fully aligns with the recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and other reputable international bodies.
Type of Peer Review
"Research in Medicine" employs a double-blind peer review process. In this method:
Peer Review Process Stages
Based on the journal's performance metrics, the peer review timeline is as follows:
Review Criteria
Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:
The peer review process in "Research in Medicine" is strictly confidential. Reviewers are required to:
"Research in Medicine" addresses any form of plagiarism and scientific misconduct in accordance with COPE guidelines. All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality and similarity with existing sources before being sent to reviewers.
Ethics in Reviewing
Authors are expected to:
This policy aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) regarding the peer review process.
Contact the Editorial Office
For any questions regarding this policy, please contact the editorial office.
Type of Peer Review
"Research in Medicine" employs a double-blind peer review process. In this method:
- Authors' identities are concealed from reviewers
- Reviewers' identities are concealed from authors
Peer Review Process Stages
- Initial Screening: All submitted manuscripts are initially reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and the editorial office team. In this stage, compliance with the journal's aims and scope, adherence to standard structure, content originality, and conformity with ethical principles are assessed.
- Peer Review: Manuscripts that successfully pass the initial stage are sent to a minimum of two expert reviewers (minimum of two external reviewers per article). Reviewers are selected based on their subject expertise and academic background.
- Final Decision: Based on reviewers' comments, the Editor-in-Chief makes one of the following decisions:
- Accept
- Minor Revision
- Major Revision
- Reject
Based on the journal's performance metrics, the peer review timeline is as follows:
| Stage | Duration |
| Time from submission to initial decision | 1–2 weeks |
| Peer review duration | 4–8 weeks |
| Time from submission to final decision | 8–24 weeks |
Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:
- Scientific originality and innovation
- Methodology and scientific validity
- Logical coherence and reasoning
- Writing quality and article structure
- Adherence to research ethics principles
- Alignment with journal scope
The peer review process in "Research in Medicine" is strictly confidential. Reviewers are required to:
- Treat the manuscript content as confidential and refrain from any use or disclosure
- Not show the manuscript to any third party without coordination with the editorial office
- Delete the manuscript from their system after completing the review
"Research in Medicine" addresses any form of plagiarism and scientific misconduct in accordance with COPE guidelines. All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality and similarity with existing sources before being sent to reviewers.
Ethics in Reviewing
- Reviewers must inform the editor of any conflict of interest (such as research collaboration, organizational affiliation, or scientific competition with authors).
- Reviewers should only accept manuscripts that fall within their area of expertise.
- Critiques should be constructive, respectful, and supported by scientific evidence.
Authors are expected to:
- Submit manuscripts exclusively to this journal (no simultaneous submissions)
- Ensure the originality of their work
- Properly cite sources when using others' work
- Carefully implement requested revisions when required
This policy aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) regarding the peer review process.
Contact the Editorial Office
For any questions regarding this policy, please contact the editorial office.
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Anti-Plagiarism Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/25 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), as one of the scientific journals of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, follows the "National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research" approved by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education and in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. The journal strongly rejects any form of plagiarism and research misconduct and takes strict actions against them -2-7.
Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the unacknowledged use of all or part of the content, ideas, findings, tables, images, or expressions of others, whether published or unpublished, without proper citation or obtaining permission from the copyright holder. This unethical act includes the following -2-6:
All submitted manuscripts to "Research in Medicine" are screened for originality and similarity with existing sources before being sent to the peer review process:
According to the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing, the following constitute research misconduct:
Author Obligations
By submitting a manuscript to "Research in Medicine," authors confirm that:
If any form of plagiarism or research misconduct is identified, the journal follows COPE and Ministry of Health guidelines and takes the following actions:
In the Pre-acceptance Stage:
This policy fully aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research of the Ministry of Health
Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the unacknowledged use of all or part of the content, ideas, findings, tables, images, or expressions of others, whether published or unpublished, without proper citation or obtaining permission from the copyright holder. This unethical act includes the following -2-6:
- Direct copying of others' text without quotation marks and citation
- Using others' ideas, opinions, or innovations without proper attribution
- Using others' images, graphs, tables, or figures without permission
- Translating others' texts and presenting them as new work without citing the original source
- Inappropriate paraphrasing that leads to structural similarity with the original text
- Self-plagiarism: Reusing significant portions of one's own previously published work without citation
All submitted manuscripts to "Research in Medicine" are screened for originality and similarity with existing sources before being sent to the peer review process:
- Initial Screening: All pre-publication manuscripts are reviewed by the editorial team for originality, information validity, and proper citation of sources
- Software Screening: Manuscripts are checked using reliable plagiarism detection software
- Maximum Allowed Similarity: The acceptable similarity threshold in articles should not exceed 20%. If similarity exceeds the permitted limit, the manuscript is returned to the authors or rejected.
- Final Check: Even accepted manuscripts are screened once more with plagiarism detection software before publication.
According to the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing, the following constitute research misconduct:
| Type of Misconduct | Description |
| Fabrication | Presenting results that are not based on actual research and are made up |
| Falsification | Manipulating data, omitting or altering findings to achieve desired results |
| Plagiarism | Using others' content without citation |
| Overlapping Publication | Publishing data and findings from previous articles with minor changes as new work |
| Simultaneous Submission | Submitting the same manuscript to two or more journals simultaneously |
| Guest/Gift Authorship | Adding names of individuals who do not meet authorship criteria |
| Ghost Authorship | Omitting names of individuals who meet authorship criteria |
| False Attribution | Mentioning unreal academic affiliation |
By submitting a manuscript to "Research in Medicine," authors confirm that:
- The manuscript is their original and new research and has not been previously published elsewhere.
- All sources used in writing the manuscript are properly cited.
- They have not used others' ideas, results, or texts without citation.
- If using figures, tables, questionnaires, or significant portions of others' texts, they have obtained necessary written permission and cited the source.
- They have not simultaneously submitted the manuscript to other journals.
- They are fully familiar with and accept the terms of this policy.
If any form of plagiarism or research misconduct is identified, the journal follows COPE and Ministry of Health guidelines and takes the following actions:
In the Pre-acceptance Stage:
- If plagiarism is identified in the early review stages, the manuscript is immediately rejected and not considered for publication.
- The corresponding author is notified accordingly.
- If an article is identified as plagiarized after publication, the editor conducts a preliminary investigation and, if necessary, forms an advisory committee for further review.
- The article is retracted and removed from the journal website.
- A retraction notice is published on the journal website.
- The matter is officially reported to the University Research Ethics Committee, the Deputy of Research and Technology of the Ministry of Health, and the authors' affiliated institutions.
- The names of violating authors are placed on the journal's blacklist, and they will not be allowed to submit future manuscripts.
- If necessary, the case is reported to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
- Reviewers are required to report any significant similarity or overlap between the manuscript under review and other published articles to the editor.
- Editors are committed to maintaining confidentiality throughout the review process and taking decisive action against violations.
This policy fully aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research of the Ministry of Health
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
| Post date: 2026/02/25 |
The scientific journal "Research in Medicine" (Pezhoohesh dar Pezeshki), considering the advancement of artificial intelligence technologies and their increasing application in scientific research and writing, has developed a clear policy for the use of these tools. This policy aligns with the latest recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research of the Ministry of Health.
Definition of AI Tools
AI tools in this policy refer to any generative artificial intelligence technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Chatbots, image generation tools, and other similar software that may contribute to the research process, data analysis, writing, or editing of the manuscript.
Section One: Journal Stance on AI Authorship
AI tools cannot be listed as authors of manuscripts. This policy is based on the ICMJE authorship criteria, which stipulate that authors must be able to take responsibility for all aspects of the work and ensure its accuracy, integrity, and originality. Artificial intelligence lacks the legal capacity to accept these responsibilities and cannot:
1. Full and Transparent Disclosure
Authors who use AI tools in any stage of research or manuscript preparation are required to disclose this completely and transparently . This disclosure must include:
Information regarding AI use must be included in three locations:
Authors must affirm that they take full responsibility for all content of the manuscript, including portions generated with AI assistance. Authors are required to:
1. Citation
Using AI-generated content as a primary source is not acceptable. AI tools may generate fake citations (AI hallucinations) that do not exist. Authors are required to verify all citations against original sources.
2. Confidentiality
Authors should not upload confidential information, sensitive research data, or early manuscript drafts into AI tools unless they are certain of complete confidentiality. Many AI tools use input data to train their models.
3. Plagiarism
AI-generated content may unintentionally resemble other published texts. Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and the absence of plagiarism.
Section Four: Reviewer Responsibilities
Reviewers of "Research in Medicine" are required to:
Failure to disclose AI use in manuscripts may result in the following actions :
This policy aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research of the Ministry of Health.
Definition of AI Tools
AI tools in this policy refer to any generative artificial intelligence technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Chatbots, image generation tools, and other similar software that may contribute to the research process, data analysis, writing, or editing of the manuscript.
Section One: Journal Stance on AI Authorship
AI tools cannot be listed as authors of manuscripts. This policy is based on the ICMJE authorship criteria, which stipulate that authors must be able to take responsibility for all aspects of the work and ensure its accuracy, integrity, and originality. Artificial intelligence lacks the legal capacity to accept these responsibilities and cannot:
- Take responsibility for the accuracy of generated content
- Be accountable for potential misconduct (such as plagiarism)
- Hold copyright or intellectual property rights
- Provide informed consent for publication
1. Full and Transparent Disclosure
Authors who use AI tools in any stage of research or manuscript preparation are required to disclose this completely and transparently . This disclosure must include:
- Type of tool used: Precise name and version of the AI tool (e.g., ChatGPT-4, Copilot, etc.)
- Manner of use: Detailed explanation of which parts of the research or writing the tool was used for (data analysis, language editing, translation, idea generation, etc.)
- Date of use: Approximate date of AI tool usage
Information regarding AI use must be included in three locations:
- Cover Letter: A brief explanation of how AI was used in the manuscript
- Methods Section: If AI was used for data analysis or content generation, full details should be provided in this section
- Acknowledgement Section: If AI was used for language editing or writing improvement, reference may be made in this section
Authors must affirm that they take full responsibility for all content of the manuscript, including portions generated with AI assistance. Authors are required to:
- Carefully review and edit AI-generated content
- Ensure the accuracy of AI-generated information and citations
- Identify and remove any fake citations that AI may have produced
- Ensure there is no plagiarism in AI-generated texts
1. Citation
Using AI-generated content as a primary source is not acceptable. AI tools may generate fake citations (AI hallucinations) that do not exist. Authors are required to verify all citations against original sources.
2. Confidentiality
Authors should not upload confidential information, sensitive research data, or early manuscript drafts into AI tools unless they are certain of complete confidentiality. Many AI tools use input data to train their models.
3. Plagiarism
AI-generated content may unintentionally resemble other published texts. Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and the absence of plagiarism.
Section Four: Reviewer Responsibilities
Reviewers of "Research in Medicine" are required to:
- Maintain confidentiality and under no circumstances upload the entire manuscript or parts of it into AI tools
- Report any suspected inappropriate use of AI in the manuscript to the editor
Failure to disclose AI use in manuscripts may result in the following actions :
- Rejection of the manuscript during initial screening
- Retraction of the article if discovered after publication
- Inclusion of the author's name in the journal's blacklist
- Reporting the violation to the University Research Ethics Committee and the authors' affiliated institutions
This policy aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and the National Guidelines for Ethics in Publishing Medical Research of the Ministry of Health.
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