How do you get permission to reuse figures from published articles?
Requesting permission The easiest way to obtain permission to reproduce a figure is using RightsLink. The majority of publishers use this service. If the publisher of the figure you wish to reproduce does not use RightsLink, you can request permissions directly from the publisher.
Who owns the copyright of an article published in a journal?
It is common for authors to assign copyright in journal articles to the journal or publisher. Whereas, generally, when publishing a book, the author will grant the publisher a licence. In signing a copyright transfer agreement, the author grants all their rights as author and copyright holder to the publisher.
Can you correct a published paper?
You can write to the journal mentioning the error, the correction, and how it can impact your paper. The journal will then either update the online version or add a note, comment, or erratum. Some journals such as PLOS allow authors and readers to post comments and corrections on published articles.
How do you adapt figures?
Adaptation of a figure means changing the previously published form, for example by adding or subtracting information. Both reproduction and adaptation of previously published work require copyright permission to have been granted.
How do I get permission to reproduce images?
Obtaining Permission You send a letter to the holder asking for permission and stating how you intend to use the image. The holder sends a letter back granting you permission. Your request should be as specific as possible in describing the intended use of the image.
How do I get copyright permission on Springer?
Permissions
- Go to the article or chapter page you wish to reuse content from.
- Select the way you would like to reuse the content;
- Complete the form with details on your intended reuse.
- Create an account if you haven’t already.
- Accept the terms and conditions and you’re done!
Do I need to copyright my journal?
Yes. You will need to obtain written permission in advance from any third-party owners of copyright for the use in print and electronic formats of any of their text, illustrations, graphics, or other material, in your article and in our journals.
Do authors retain copyright?
By choosing not to transfer all exclusive rights for all time, authors retain some rights to reproduce, distribute, and revise their own works. They also retain rights to allow other people to do these things.
How do I withdraw a published journal?
If you do decide that retracting your published paper is a necessity, you will need to write a formal letter to the editor to explain the problems, apologise for any that you caused and request the retraction.
Can a published article be edited?
On F1000Research, authors can revise, change, and update their articles by publishing new versions, which are added to the original article’s history on the platform.
Do adapted figures need permission?
Yes. Generally, adapted figures require the permission of the copyright owner of the original figure. You do not require permission if the figure you have created is so different from the original that it is no longer recognizable.
Do you need permission to adapt a figure?
Can I reproduce an extract from an artwork?
You may be able to reproduce an extract under fair dealing exceptions but how much you may copy is not legally defined and you will need to judge for yourself how likely it is that the copyright holder would object to your actions. If in doubt seek permission. Artistic works include images, figures, photographs or graphs.
Can I reuse figures or tables from a scientific journal?
The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences also allows reuse of figures or tables from their journal for new noncommercial and educational uses (such as in a review article) without asking permission from PNAS, as long as the original source is cited.
Can I use the same figure in a research paper?
This is because data is freely available and has no copyright. However, if you are planning to use the same figure in your paper, you need to first get a permission from the journal. You should also mention in your paper that the figure is a reproduction and cite the source.
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