Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to the Journal of Ayurvedic Pathology and Medicine (JAPM) website. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, services, and all content provided by JAPM. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

JAPM is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal, dedicated to publishing high-quality research in Ayurvedic medicine, integrative health sciences, and bio-medicine.

1. Definitions

“JAPM” or “Journal”
Refers to the Journal of Ayurvedic Pathology and Medicine and its official website (www.japm.in).

“Content”
Includes articles, research papers, images, figures, issue archives, metadata, and all material published on this platform.

“User” or “You”
Any visitor, author, reviewer, or reader accessing the website or using JAPM services.

“Author”
Individuals submitting manuscripts for review and publication.

2. Acceptable Use

2.1 Permitted Uses

Users may:

• Read, download, cite, and share JAPM content with proper attribution
• Submit original research for publication consideration
• Participate in peer review when invited
• Use published work for academic and educational purposes

2.2 Prohibited Uses

Users must not:

• Violate applicable laws, ethical guidelines, or journal policies
• Reproduce or redistribute content without attribution
• Use automated tools to scrape or harvest content
• Submit plagiarized, fabricated, or previously published work
• Attempt to disrupt site performance or security
• Use the platform for unauthorised commercial activity

3. Publication and Submission Terms

3.1 Manuscript Submission

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that:

• The work is original and not published elsewhere
• All authors have contributed and approved submission
• Ethical approvals and permissions have been obtained
• No copyright-restricted content is included without authorization

3.2 Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo editorial screening and double-blind peer review.
JAPM may decline manuscripts that do not meet scientific or ethical standards.

3.3 Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright but grant JAPM non-exclusive rights to publish, archive, index, and distribute their work under the journal’s open-access policy.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Published Academic Content

Open-access content may be used with proper citation of JAPM as the original publisher. Authors remain rights holders of their work.

4.2 Website Content

The JAPM logo, layout, and website design are proprietary assets of Ayurvedant Healthcare.

4.3 User-Generated Content

By submitting manuscripts or materials, authors grant JAPM rights to publish, preserve, and distribute such content.

5. Medical and Academic Disclaimers

5.1 Medical Disclaimer

Content published in JAPM is for academic and research reference only.
It must not be used as medical advice or replace clinical judgement.
Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for patient care.

5.2 Research Accuracy

While JAPM maintains peer-reviewed standards, it does not guarantee completeness or applicability of published research.

5.3 External Links

JAPM is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external websites linked from this site.

6. Limitation of Liability

JAPM provides all services and content “as is.”
To the maximum extent permitted by law, JAPM shall not be liable for:

• Data loss, errors, interruptions, or inaccuracies
• Reliance on published content
• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

This includes loss of research data, profits, or academic outcomes.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Use of this site is also governed by JAPM’s Privacy Policy, which explains how data is collected, stored, and used.

7.1 What We Collect

• Manuscript submission details
• Author and reviewer information
• Technical and usage data

7.2 Data Security

JAPM uses reasonable industry-standard measures (SSL, encrypted storage, controlled access).
However, no system can guarantee complete security.

8. Modifications and Service Availability

8.1 Policy Updates

JAPM may update these Terms at any time.
The revised date will appear at the top of this page.

8.2 Website Availability

Services may be temporarily suspended for maintenance, upgrades, or security.

8.3 Account Termination

JAPM may suspend or terminate access for policy violations or misuse.

9. External Links and Third-Party Content

9.1 External Links

Links to third-party sites are provided for user convenience. JAPM does not endorse or guarantee external content.

9.2 User Responsibility

Users must verify copyright permissions before using external materials.

9.3 Logos and Trademarks

Third-party logos appearing on JAPM belong to their respective organizations.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

10.1 Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India.

10.2 Jurisdiction

All disputes are subject to the courts of Washim, Maharashtra, India (or nearby jurisdiction appropriate for the publisher’s location).

10.3 Dispute Resolution

Users are encouraged to contact JAPM first to resolve concerns amicably.

11. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Journal of Ayurvedic Pathology and Medicine (JAPM)
Publisher: Ayurvedant Healthcare
Email: contact@japm.in / submission@japm.in
Website: www.japm.in
Address: Ganesh Mandir Road, Rathi Nagar, Manora,
Washim District, Maharashtra – 444404, India

Response Time:
Queries are typically addressed within 30 days.