What is RIFOR?
The Resonance Institute for Open Research provides verified research membership, privacy-respecting affiliation, institutional email, and durable infrastructure for independent researchers.
Answers and limitations
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about RIFOR membership, affiliations, privacy, and research support.
Can I keep my membership private?
Yes. A private membership with no public profile is included in the $99/year plan at no extra cost. RIFOR still retains the minimum necessary information to administer membership and prevent misuse. Read the privacy approach.
Does a RIFOR review replace journal peer review?
No. RIFOR’s AI-assisted review is intended to help identify manuscript issues and support revision. It does not replace journal peer review, specialist judgment, replication, or a publisher’s editorial process.
Does RIFOR guarantee publication?
No. Review findings or readiness assessments do not guarantee acceptance, publication, correctness, or endorsement by a journal or other institution.
What does RIFOR affiliation mean?
The specific nature and dates of an affiliation should be stated in the researcher’s verified record. Affiliation must not be presented as employment, a degree, accreditation, or another credential unless that relationship exists.
Are AI-generated findings always correct?
No. AI systems can miss issues, misunderstand specialist material, and produce incorrect statements. Authors remain responsible for verifying feedback and their final work.
Where can I find RIFOR publications and researcher profiles?
Verified records will be listed in the publication directory and researcher directory. Those directories clearly state when no public records are available.
How can I apply or contact RIFOR?
Use the membership application or email info@rifor.org with questions about affiliation, privacy, public records, or corrections.