Indexing & Abstracting Policy
Policy Overview
The AATCC Journal is committed to enhancing the visibility, accessibility, and global academic impact of published research through inclusion in recognized indexing and abstracting databases.
The journal actively seeks indexing and abstracting in reputable national and international scholarly databases, repositories, and discovery platforms that align with its aims, scope, publishing standards, and ethical policies.
Inclusion in any indexing or abstracting service is subject to independent evaluation and approval by the respective indexing agencies.
Purpose of Indexing and Abstracting
Indexing and abstracting services play a critical role in the dissemination and evaluation of scholarly research. For authors, readers, and institutions, indexing supports:
- Improved discoverability of published articles
- Reliable citation tracking and scholarly impact assessment
- Increased global visibility and readership
- Long-term accessibility and preservation of academic content
Compliance with Indexing Standards
The AATCC Journal ensures that all published content complies with the technical, editorial, and ethical standards commonly required by indexing and abstracting bodies. These include, but are not limited to:
Transparent, unbiased, and ethical peer-review practices in accordance with international standards.
Clearly defined publication ethics, malpractice policies, and procedures aligned with COPE guidelines.
Adherence to open-access publishing principles and licensing transparency.
Assignment of persistent article identifiers such as Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) to ensure permanent accessibility.
Accurate, structured metadata to support discoverability across indexing and discovery platforms.
Long-term preservation through digital archiving systems and institutional repositories.
Transparency and Indexing Claims
The AATCC Journal maintains full transparency regarding its indexing and abstracting status. The journal:
- Does not guarantee inclusion in any specific indexing database
- Does not claim indexing status unless officially confirmed by the indexing service
- Clearly communicates verified indexing information on the journal website
- Avoids misleading or unverified claims regarding database inclusion
Continuous Improvement and Evaluation
The editorial team of the AATCC Journal continuously reviews and strengthens its editorial processes, ethical policies, and technical infrastructure to meet the evolving criteria of indexing and abstracting services.
As the journal matures, applications for inclusion in additional reputable databases may be submitted based on eligibility, compliance, and independent evaluation outcomes.
Indexing-Related Inquiries
For policy clarifications or indexing and abstracting–related inquiries, please contact the Editorial Office: