FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How OpenProof handles claims, evidence, reputation, safety, and DOI preparation.
Is OpenProof a journal?
OpenProof includes archival publication workflows, but its primary unit is the claim. Papers can be uploaded, decomposed into claims, reviewed, challenged, reproduced, and eventually made DOI-eligible.
Does OpenProof replace peer review?
No. It makes review public, granular, and continuous. Experts still matter, but the system lets nontraditional contributors earn credibility through evidence and useful verification work.
Can AI-assisted work be submitted?
Yes. AI assistance is allowed, but it should be disclosed. Undisclosed AI use in serious contexts can reduce trust if discovered.
How are claims scored?
Claims display scorecards for trust, importance, applicability, clarity, reproducibility, risk, and review urgency. Scores are influenced by evidence, cosigns, challenges, verification results, safety boundaries, and reputation-weighted activity.
What is Frontier Review?
Frontier Review is a queue for unusual, high-upside, or high-risk claims that may deserve structured checking. It is not endorsement.
Does OpenProof provide medical or regulatory approval?
No. OpenProof is a research discussion and review platform. Real-world medical, biological, chemical, engineering, or human-subject applications may require external review, clinical validation, regulatory approval, or institutional oversight.