DOI (Digital Object Identifier) Policy

What is a DOI?

A Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique, permanent alphanumeric string assigned to a published article that provides a persistent link to its location on the internet.

Importance of DOI

DOIs ensure that research papers remain accessible and citable even if the hosting URL changes, improving the credibility and traceability of scholarly work.

DOI Usage Policy

OSM Journals assigns a CrossRef DOI to every accepted and published article at no additional cost to the author.

Citation Benefits

Articles with DOIs are easier to discover, cite and track, leading to higher visibility and citation counts.

Author Responsibilities

Authors must include the assigned DOI in all subsequent references and communications regarding the published article.

OSM DOI Assignment Process

Once an article is accepted and scheduled for publication, the DOI is registered with CrossRef and activated upon publication of the issue.