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Does anyone know what happened to this thread? It disappeared. I wrote to admins but I got no replies.
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The process for fixing an error in a Nature publication begins with identifying the error and determining its impact on the overall study. The corresponding author should then contact the journal's editorial office with a detailed explanation of the error and any supporting evidence. The editor will then review the request and determine the appropriate course of action, which may include publishing a correction or retraction.
The amount of time it takes for an error to be corrected in a Nature publication can vary depending on the severity and complexity of the error. However, the journal strives to address any errors as quickly as possible to maintain the integrity of the research. In most cases, corrections or retractions are published within a few weeks of the request being made.
Nature publications can correct errors that affect the accuracy or interpretation of the research, such as incorrect data or calculations, misinterpretation of results, or omission of important information. However, errors that do not significantly impact the overall study, such as minor typographical errors, may not be corrected.
In some cases, an error can be corrected without issuing a formal correction or retraction. For example, if the error is minor and does not significantly impact the study, the corresponding author may be able to submit an erratum that is published alongside the original article. However, any changes made to the published article will be clearly marked and noted in the online version.
Once an article has been retracted, it is no longer considered part of the scientific record and cannot be corrected. If an error is discovered after an article has been retracted, the corresponding author may submit a new manuscript for consideration, but it will be subject to the same peer-review process as any other new submission.