Medical Journal: IMJ Health- Institution Use Policy

We recognize the importance of sharing knowledge within educational and research institutions, and this policy outlines the permissible uses of our published content by institutions.

This version is simplified and clearly outlines the permitted uses while including necessary restrictions, particularly regarding MOOCs and corporate use. It also emphasizes the need for proper attribution and adherence to guidelines.

Institution Use Policy

Medical Journal IMJ Health is dedicated to advancing research in the fields of Medical, Health, and Pharmaceutical sciences by making high-quality, peer-reviewed articles accessible to the global academic community. We recognize the importance of sharing knowledge within educational and research institutions, and this policy outlines the permissible uses of our published content by institutions.

1. Classroom and Internal Training Use:

• Classroom Teaching: Institutions are allowed to use articles published in Medical Journal IMJ Health for classroom teaching. This includes distributing copies (in print or electronic form) to students, using the articles in course packs, and integrating the content into course materials.
• Internal Training: Authors’ institutions and companies where authors are employed may use the published articles for internal training purposes. This includes using the articles for staff education, training programs, and other internal professional development activities.

2. Course Packs and Programs:

• Course Packs: Articles from Medical Journal IMJ Health can be included in course packs or other educational resources provided to students as part of their coursework. These materials can be distributed in print or electronic formats within the institution.
• Courseware Programs: Institutions may use our articles in their courseware programs, which are typically designed for internal use within the institution’s educational programs.

3. Restrictions on Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):

• MOOCs Use: Inclusion of our articles in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) is not permitted without prior approval. Institutions interested in using articles from Medical Journal IMJ Health in MOOCs must submit an application for grant funding to obtain the necessary permissions.
• Application Process: To include an article in a MOOC, institutions should contact the journal’s editorial office with details of the intended use. Approval will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and fees may apply.

4. Corporate Use:

• Corporate Training: Companies employing authors of articles published in Medical Journal IMJ Health are allowed to use the articles for internal corporate training purposes. This is intended to support professional development and knowledge sharing within the company.
• Limitations: The use of articles for external corporate training or in materials distributed outside the company is not permitted without prior approval from the journal.

5. General Guidelines:

• Attribution: When using articles from Medical Journal IMJ Health for any of the purposes mentioned above, proper attribution must be given to the journal, the authors, and the original publication.
• No Commercial Use: The use of published articles for commercial purposes beyond the scope of internal training or educational activities is strictly prohibited unless explicit permission is granted by the journal.

This policy is designed to facilitate the responsible use of scholarly content while protecting the rights of authors and maintaining the integrity of the journal. Institutions and companies are encouraged to adhere to these guidelines to ensure compliance with our terms of use.