Our Archiving Commitment

JBMB encourages authors to share and archive their work responsibly. We support repository deposits that increase visibility and ensure that published research remains accessible for clinicians, researchers, and institutional stakeholders.

What You May Archive

Authors may archive the accepted version of the manuscript and the final published article, provided the archived copy clearly cites JBMB as the source of record and includes the DOI link.

• Accepted manuscript after peer review, prior to final formatting.
• Final published PDF or HTML version once available.
• Supplementary files that support transparency and reproducibility.

Where to Archive

JBMB supports archiving in reputable repositories and institutional platforms. Choose a location aligned with your funder or institutional requirements.

• Institutional repositories managed by universities or hospitals.
• Subject specific repositories relevant to hematology or clinical medicine.
• Funder designated repositories for compliance reporting.

Repository Best Practices

Well organized deposits improve the visibility and usability of your work. Include complete metadata, descriptive titles, and accurate author information so that repositories can index and expose your article properly.

• Use the official published title, journal name, and DOI.
• Provide a clear abstract and keyword set in the repository record.
• Link related datasets, protocols, or supplementary files.

Embargo and Timing

JBMB publishes open access, allowing immediate archiving of accepted and final versions. Authors should deposit promptly after publication to support timely compliance and global discovery. If delays are required, contact the editorial office for guidance.

Versioning and Citation Standards

To preserve citation integrity, archived content should link to the final published version. This helps readers locate the official article of record and prevents confusion between draft and final versions.

• Include the DOI and journal citation on archived copies.
• Note the publication date and the journal as the version of record.
• Avoid replacing archived files without clear version notes.

Third Party Content and Sensitive Data

If your manuscript includes third party figures, images, or patient data, ensure that you have permissions to archive and share that material. Sensitive clinical data should be handled in compliance with privacy regulations and institutional review board guidance.

• Obtain written permission for reused figures or substantial excerpts.
• De identify patient data before sharing or depositing files.
• Document any access restrictions in the data availability statement.

Archiving and Research Impact

Archiving increases the lifespan of your research and supports collaborative discovery. When bone marrow biology data and protocols are accessible, they can be validated, reused, and incorporated into multi center studies, accelerating translational impact. This visibility helps emerging therapies move faster into clinical validation and guideline discussions.

Data Sharing Expectations

Data availability statements are required for transparency. When possible, authors should deposit underlying datasets, code, or protocols in trusted repositories. If data cannot be shared due to privacy or regulatory constraints, provide a clear explanation.

• Include repository links or accession numbers in the manuscript.
• Document access restrictions for sensitive clinical data.
• Provide metadata for datasets to improve discoverability.

Institutional and Funder Reporting

Archiving records are often required for grant reporting, tenure review, and institutional audits. JBMB can provide documentation confirming publication status, DOI assignment, and open access licensing to support these requirements.

• Request deposit confirmation letters for compliance reporting.
• Use JBMB citation and DOI details in institutional repositories.
• Coordinate with library staff for consistent metadata entries.

Need Archiving Guidance?

For repository questions or compliance documentation, contact the editorial office at [email protected]. We can provide confirmation of publication status, DOI details, and archiving permissions.