Corrections

A correction is published when an error affects the article, its interpretation, author information or discoverability but the central findings remain reliable. The correction identifies what changed and why, is linked bidirectionally with the article and forms part of the record. Minor typographical changes that do not affect meaning may be corrected during production; substantive post-publication changes require a notice.

Expressions of concern

The editor may publish an expression of concern when credible evidence raises a serious question about an article but an investigation is incomplete, delayed or inconclusive. The notice explains the nature of the concern without making unsupported allegations and is updated when a final outcome is available.

Retractions

Retraction may be necessary when findings are unreliable because of major error or misconduct; publication is redundant or plagiarised; research was unethical; authorship or peer review was manipulated; or another serious breach invalidates the article. The retraction notice states the reason and who is retracting the work. The article normally remains accessible, clearly marked and linked to the notice to preserve the scholarly record.

Withdrawal before publication

Authors may request withdrawal of a submitted manuscript with a reason and agreement of all authors. The editor may retain a record needed to resolve duplicate submission, authorship, ethics or integrity concerns. An accepted article is not removed merely to avoid a correction, charge or unfavourable consequence.

Decision appeals

1. Send one concise appeal to editorijf@gmail.com, identify the submission and state the specific factual or procedural error.
2. Address the editor's and reviewers' scientific points with evidence. Do not submit a rewritten paper as an appeal unless invited.
3. The journal checks whether the appeal provides substantial new information rather than simple disagreement.
4. Where practicable, an editor or adviser not responsible for the original decision reviews a valid appeal. Additional peer review may be sought.
5. The appeal outcome is final within the journal's editorial process. It does not guarantee reconsideration or acceptance.

Complaints

A complaint may concern editorial conduct, delay, policy application, discrimination, confidentiality, conflicts, website accuracy or a published article. Identify the matter, relevant dates and the remedy requested. The journal acknowledges and evaluates complaints without retaliation. Matters involving the Editor may be directed to Futuristic Publications using the official contact details; independent advice may be sought when a conflict exists.

Fairness and confidentiality

People named in a concern are normally given an opportunity to respond. Information is shared only as needed for a fair assessment, legal compliance and protection of the scholarly record. Institutions—not journals—usually determine disciplinary findings; IJF determines editorial action. Anonymous evidence is considered, but limited verifiability may restrict the possible response.