Retraction Policies

Introduction

Acquire Publications is committed to maintaining the integrity of the academic record. Retractions are issued to correct the literature and alert readers to unreliable or erroneous content. This policy outlines the circumstances under which articles may be retracted and the process involved.

Reasons for Retraction

• Ethical Violations:

  • Plagiarism

  • Duplicate publication

  • Fraudulent use of data

• Legal Issues:

  • Defamation

  • Legal infringements

• Errors:

  • Significant errors that invalidate the findings

  • False or inaccurate data

Retraction Process

• Identification: Issues identified by editors, authors, or readers are reviewed.

• Evaluation: The editorial board investigates the validity of the claims.

• Decision: A retraction notice is issued if the claims are substantiated.

• Notification: Authors and readers are informed of the retraction.

Withdrawal Penalty

• Within 24-48 Hours: No charge for withdrawal.

• After Peer Review or Publication: A penalty of $ 249 USD is applied.

Notice of Retraction

A retraction notice will be published and linked to the retracted article, explaining the reason for the retraction. This ensures transparency and maintains the integrity of the academic record.