Correction and Retraction

Correction & Retractions

Occasionally, post-publication, it may be necessary to amend the version of the record. The alteration will be executed following meticulous deliberation by the journal's editorial team, with assistance from TEOSOFIA personnel, to ensure compliance with both TEOSOFIA regulations and the directives of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Except for minor errors, any modifications will accompany a post-publication notice permanently linked to the original article. These modifications may manifest as a Correction notice, an Expression of Concern, a Retraction, or, in exceptional cases, a Removal. The objective of associating post-publication notes with the original article is to provide openness regarding any modifications and to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record. All post-publication notices are freely accessible from the time of publication. Please continue reading our comprehensive policy regarding corrections, retractions, and updates to published articles.

What actions should I (as an author) undertake?

Authors must promptly tell us of any inaccuracies discovered in their published work, particularly those that may influence data interpretation or the dependability of the supplied material. The corresponding author must confirm that all mentioned co-authors have achieved a consensus before seeking any modifications to an article. If, upon reviewing the instructions, you deem a correction essential for your article, please reach out to the journal's Production Editor.

Post-Publication Announcements:

Notice of Correction

A correction note will be sent when it is essential to rectify a mistake or omission that may affect the interpretation of the article while preserving the scholarly integrity and original results. A correction note should, wherever feasible, be composed and sanctioned by all authors of the original article. In exceptional instances necessitating the correction of an error in the publication process, the journal may issue a correction without the authors' direct involvement. Nevertheless, if this transpires, the journal will endeavor to inform the authors. Repair requests may undergo a comprehensive assessment, and if inquiries arise, you may be required to provide additional information before the repair is approved. TEOSOFIA differentiates between significant and small mistakes. In correction notes, significant mistakes or omissions are deemed alterations that affect the interpretation of the work, although the overall academic integrity is preserved. Minor mistakes refer to inaccuracies or omissions that do not affect the veracity of the article's interpretation or the readers' comprehension. An independent correction notice is consistently issued to address significant inaccuracies. The correction notice must specify the specifics of the error and the modifications implemented in the Version of Record. In light of these conditions, TEOSOFIA will rectify the web article.

  • Distribute a distinct correction notice electronically connected to the amended version.
  • Include a footnote in the article providing the electronic correction notification link.
  • Publish and disseminate the correction notice in the journal's online edition.
  • Ensure that the correction notification is accessible at no charge.
  • Minor mistakes may not receive an individual correction notification.

Concerns about the integrity

A retraction will be issued when a significant error (e.g., in methodology or analysis) undermines the article's conclusions or when there is evidence of research or publication misconduct (e.g., lack of necessary ethical approvals, fabricated data, manipulated images, plagiarism, duplicate publication, etc.). Determining to withdraw an item will adhere to TEOSOFIA standards and COPE principles. The judgment will be made after a comprehensive examination by the TEOSOFIA editorial staff in conjunction with the journal's editorial team. Authors and institutions may petition for the retraction of their papers if they feel their justifications satisfy the requirements for retraction. Retractions are published to rectify the scientific record and should not be construed as punitive measures against the authors. 

Retraction will be contemplated in instances where:

  • There exists unequivocal evidence that the findings are untrustworthy, either due to misbehavior (e.g., data falsification or picture manipulation) or genuine error (e.g., miscalculation or experimental oversight).

  • The findings have been previously disseminated without proper citation, authorization, or rationale, exemplifying instances of repetitive or duplicate publication.

  • The research is plagiaristic. The Editor has lost faith in the article's legitimacy and integrity. Evidence or worries regarding the commodification of authorship exist.

  • Citation manipulation is apparent in the published study.
  • Evidence suggests that peer review may be corrupted or manipulated systematically.
  • Evidence exists of unethical research or a violation of editorial policies.

The writers have intentionally supplied false or erroneous information or violated a guarantee stipulated in the Author Publishing Agreement. When a decision has been made to withdraw an article, TEOSOFIA will:

  • Incorporate a "retracted" watermark onto the published Version of Record of the article.

  • Publish an independent retraction statement entitled 'Retraction: [article title],' which will be associated with the retracted article on TEOSOFIA Online.

  • Publish and provide access to the retraction statement in the journal's online edition.

Manifestations of apprehension

An Expression of Concern may be warranted when serious allegations, such as research or publication misconduct, have been raised. However, the investigation yields inconclusive results or is significantly delayed due to various complexities. It may be attributable to ongoing institutional inquiries or other factors outside the journal's jurisdiction. Upon completion of the inquiry, a Retraction or Correction notice may accompany the Expression of Concern alongside the original item. All will be included in the permanent publication record. Expressions of Concern notifications will be sent when there is insufficient proof of research or publishing misconduct by the authors. However, the seriousness of the issues necessitates informing the readers. Concerns regarding the reliability of the findings and potential misbehavior are substantiated; nonetheless, the author's institution(s) have not cooperated sufficiently in addressing the highlighted issues. An inquiry is underway into purported misbehavior associated with the publication that has not been, or is unlikely to be, fair, unbiased, or decisive. An inquiry is in progress; nevertheless, a resolution will not be forthcoming for an extended period, and the seriousness of the issues necessitates informing the readers.

Removal of the article

An Article Removal will be enacted in exceptional situations where issues cannot be rectified via a Retraction or Correction notice. TEOSOFIA will contemplate the retraction of a published article only under exceptional circumstances, specifically when:

  • The article contains content that may pose a significant risk of harm if acted upon or followed.
  • The article infringes upon the privacy rights of a study participant.
  • The article is defamatory or violates other legal rights.

  • The article is subject to a judicial order. A removal notification will be given accordingly upon removal of an article from TEOSOFIA Online.

Discussion regarding updates on published publications

An addendum is a notification that includes additional material in an article. Addenda do not contradict the initial publication and are not intended to rectify errors (which will be addressed through a Correction notice); if the author requires the inclusion of essential material, it may be published as an addendum. Addenda may undergo peer review according to journal policy and are often subject to editorial oversight. All addenda are electronically associated with the corresponding published paper.

Modifying and withdrawing publications on F1000Research

On F1000Research, writers can amend, alter, and refresh their articles by disseminating new versions that are incorporated into the original article's history on the platform. The versioning system is accessible and straightforward, with new versions and their peer evaluations distinctly connected and easily navigable from previous versions. Authors may encapsulate modifications in the 'Amendments' section at the commencement of a new edition. According to the F1000Research Retraction policy, papers may be withdrawn for several reasons, including research misconduct and duplicate publishing; nonetheless, the retracted article often remains accessible on the site. Retracted publications are neither 'unpublished' nor 'withdrawn' for publication elsewhere; often, the reasons for retraction are so grave that the entire study, or substantial portions of it, are deemed unsuitable for inclusion in the scientific literature in any context.