Terms of Use

Welcome to the Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology — an open-access platform dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and knowledge-sharing.
By accessing, browsing, or contributing to this website, you agree to comply with the terms and conditions outlined below. These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of this website and its services.

1. License to Use the Website

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology grants users a limited, revocable, and non-exclusive license to access and use the website for lawful, non-commercial purposes.

1.1 Personal Use

You may view, download, and print pages for personal, educational, or research use, provided such use promotes the dissemination of knowledge.

1.2 Creative Commons License

All journal content is published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
You may reproduce, copy, adapt, or redistribute materials, provided that proper credit and citation are given to Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology and the original authors.

1.3 Prohibited Uses

Users must not:

• Republish journal material on external platforms without attribution.

• Use content for commercial gain without permission.

• Modify or redistribute materials in a misleading or unethical manner.

• Display or share content in ways that compromise its integrity or accuracy.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All intellectual property associated with the journal — including its name, logo, design, and trademarks — remains the exclusive property of Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology or its licensors.

Unauthorized use, reproduction, or modification of these elements is prohibited and may result in legal action.
Nothing in these Terms limits your statutory rights under applicable intellectual property laws.

3. Acceptable Use

Users must act ethically and in accordance with all relevant laws. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Uploading or transmitting harmful or malicious software.

• Engaging in unlawful conduct or violating international regulations.

• Impersonating others or providing false information.

• Harassing or abusing others, or disrupting website operations.

Violations may lead to suspension or permanent termination of access.

4. User Content

“User content” refers to any material submitted by users, including manuscripts, text, images, audio, or video files.
By submitting content, you grant Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, translate, adapt, publish, and distribute it for legitimate editorial and academic purposes.

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your submissions:

• Are original and lawful.

• Do not infringe on third-party rights.

• Comply with applicable copyright, privacy, and ethical regulations.

The journal reserves the right to edit or remove any content that violates these terms or fails to meet editorial standards.

5. Journal Rights and Responsibilities

5.1 Editorial Oversight

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology retains the right to edit, moderate, or remove material that does not meet its standards of quality, relevance, or integrity.

5.2 Transparency

Decisions regarding moderation or removal are made transparently, and users may be notified when appropriate.

6. Service Accessibility

The journal endeavors to maintain continuous and reliable website access. However, temporary interruptions may occur due to:

• System maintenance or upgrades

• Technical malfunctions or network failures

• Events beyond our control (e.g., power outages, natural disasters)

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology is not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from such interruptions but strives to restore access promptly.

7. Third-Party Submission System (eJManager)

The journal utilizes EJManager, a secure third-party platform, to manage manuscript submissions and peer review.

7.1 Author Agreement

By submitting a manuscript via EJManager, authors agree to both Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology’s and EJManager’s respective terms of service.

7.2 Data Security

EJManager employs strong encryption and privacy safeguards. Authors are encouraged to review EJManager’s Privacy Policy for details on data handling.

7.3 Technical Support

For submission-related issues, authors may contact EJManager’s support team or the Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology editorial office.

7.4 Intellectual Property

Authors retain full copyright of their manuscripts but grant Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology the necessary rights to review, process, and publish accepted work.

7.5 System Updates

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology and EJManager reserve the right to update platform terms or functionality, with notice provided to users as applicable.

8. No Warranties

All materials on the Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology website are provided “as is”, without express or implied warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or continuous availability.

8.1 Disclaimer of Advice

Content is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as professional, legal, or medical advice.

9. Limitation of Liability

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the website or its content.
By using this site, you acknowledge that such limitations are reasonable and agreed upon.

10. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, its editors, officers, and affiliates from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the website or violation of these terms.

11. Breach of Terms

Violations of these Terms may result in:

• Account suspension or access termination

• Removal of non-compliant content

• Legal or administrative action, as appropriate

Users will be notified of enforcement actions when feasible.

12. Amendments

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology may update these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.
Revised terms take effect immediately upon publication. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed.

12.1 Community Feedback

Open Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology welcomes constructive feedback on policy updates to enhance transparency and community trust.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Libya.
Any disputes shall be resolved under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Libyan courts.

Acknowledgment

By continuing to use this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Use.
Your continued use following any updates signifies acceptance of the revised terms.