Repository Policy

Horizon Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal is committed to the principles of open access that support the broad, continuous, and unrestricted dissemination of scientific knowledge. In this regard, the journal implements a transparent and supportive repository policy that encourages the deposit of published scholarly works in academic repositories.

The journal permits authors to deposit their scholarly works in both institutional repositories and subject-specific open-access archives. This approach enhances the visibility of research outputs, increases citation potential, and strengthens global scientific collaboration.

Self-Archiving Policy:

Authors are allowed to deposit the following versions of their manuscripts in repositories:

  • Pre-print version: The initial version of the manuscript before peer review
  • Post-print (accepted manuscript): The peer-reviewed and accepted version, prior to journal formatting
  • Publisher’s version (published version): The final published version, with appropriate citation to the journal

In all cases, authors must clearly acknowledge the original source of publication as Horizon Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal.

Repository Deposit Conditions:

  • Authors may freely deposit their work in institutional and open-access repositories without restrictions.
  • Proper citation of the original publication is mandatory.
  • Inclusion of the article’s DOI is strongly recommended.
  • Sharing and archiving are permitted in accordance with the journal’s Creative Commons licensing policy.

Purpose of the Policy:

The primary aim of the repository policy is to ensure wider dissemination of scientific knowledge, increase the visibility of research outputs, and support the advancement of open science. This approach also contributes to strengthening international scientific collaboration and improving citation impact.

Horizon Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal is dedicated to promoting the free dissemination and long-term accessibility of scientific knowledge, thereby contributing to the development of the global scientific ecosystem.