Correction and Retraction

BAJU: Journal of Fashion and Textile Design Unesa is committed to safeguarding the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of every article it publishes. If errors or concerns affecting an article’s content are identified, the journal will examine the matter and determine appropriate editorial action based on the evidence and the extent of its impact on the publication.

1. Correction

A correction is issued when an error requires rectification, but the article’s main findings and overall conclusions remain reliable. Errors may originate with the authors or arise during the publication process, including inaccuracies in author information or affiliations, numerical data, tables, figure captions, references, and funding information. In fashion and textile design, corrections may also address inaccuracies in descriptions of materials, measurements, production techniques, or documentation of creative works, provided that these corrections do not undermine the reliability of the main findings.

The correction notice identifies the erroneous content, specifies the correction and the date of the change, and is linked to the original article. If the article is updated, the changes are documented transparently, and the previous version remains archived. Substantive changes are not made without notifying readers.

2. Retraction

Retraction is considered when there is strong evidence that an article has serious problems, including:

  1. Results or conclusions that are unreliable due to fundamental errors, fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data or images.
  2. Substantial plagiarism or redundant publication without disclosure, attribution, permission, or acceptable justification.
  3. Breaches of research ethics or unauthorized use of materials and data that compromise the article’s integrity.
  4. Manipulation of the peer review or publication process, where additional examination does not support the article’s suitability for publication.
  5. Significant undisclosed conflicts of interest that are judged to potentially affect the interpretation of results or editorial decisions.

Retraction may result from unintentional errors or ethical misconduct. Its purpose is to correct the scholarly record and protect readers from relying on problematic findings.

3. Expression of Concern

The journal may issue an expression of concern when there are serious and credible concerns about an article’s reliability, but the available evidence is insufficient to determine whether a correction or retraction is warranted. An expression of concern may also be issued when an examination is ongoing and requires additional time.

The notice explains the reasons for concern and is linked to the relevant article. An expression of concern does not constitute a finding that the authors have committed misconduct. When sufficient information becomes available, the journal will update the status through a clarification, correction, or retraction, as appropriate to the outcome of the examination.

4. Reporting and Assessment

Authors who become aware of an error in their article must promptly notify the editorial office. Readers, reviewers, and other parties may also submit reports through the channels listed on the BAJU Journal Contact page.

Reports should include:

  1. The article title, authors’ names, and DOI or article link.
  2. A description of the problem and the specific sections of the article being questioned.
  3. Supporting evidence or verifiable comparison sources.

The editorial team assesses the report and, where necessary, requests explanations and supporting documentation from the authors. Authors are given a reasonable period to respond, taking into account the complexity of the case. The assessment may involve independent reviewers, relevant experts, or the authors’ institutions.

The journal has the authority to determine the article’s publication status, while a formal investigation into alleged research misconduct may require the involvement of the appropriate institutions. Information about the case is shared only with parties whose involvement is necessary for the assessment.

5. Decisions and Public Notices

Editorial decisions are based on the evidence and the impact of the problem on the article. Editors who have a conflict of interest must not participate in the assessment or decision-making process for the case. If the conflict involves the Editor-in-Chief, responsibility is transferred to an independent editor or another independent party appointed by the publisher.

Authors are informed of the decision and the reasons supporting it. Authors’ consent is not an absolute prerequisite for issuing a retraction when the evidence is sufficient.

A correction notice, expression of concern, or retraction notice must:

  1. Identify the article, including its title, authors, and DOI or link.
  2. Explain the reasons for the action in a factual, clear, and proportionate manner.
  3. State the date and identify the party issuing the notice.
  4. Be openly accessible and linked to the relevant article.

Editorial notices are published as soon as possible once there is a sufficient basis for the decision.

6. Archiving and Article Status

Retracted articles remain available as part of the scholarly record, with the label “DITARIK KEMBALI / RETRACTED” displayed on the article’s webpage and in its publication files. The article and the retraction notice are connected through clearly identifiable links. Metadata are updated, and the change in status is communicated to relevant indexing services through the available mechanisms.

The removal of part or all of an article’s content is considered only in exceptional circumstances, such as privacy violations, court orders, or serious safety risks. The bibliographic information and a notice explaining the removal are retained.

7. Appeals

Authors may submit a written appeal explaining the grounds for their objection and providing relevant additional evidence. Appeals are reviewed by parties without conflicts of interest, and the outcome is communicated to the authors together with the reasons for the decision.

Submitting an appeal does not automatically reverse a decision that has already been published. If the review results in a change to the decision, the journal will publish an explanation and update the article’s status transparently.

8. Withdrawal Before Publication

Requests to discontinue the processing of an unpublished manuscript must be submitted in writing to the editorial office, together with the reasons for the request, and are handled through the journal’s editorial procedures.

Articles that have already been published online, including those not yet assigned to a journal issue, are handled under the correction or retraction policy.