Academic Use Guidelines
How to use Dimensional Relativity Theory materials in your research and education
Our Commitment to Academic Freedom
Dimensional Relativity Theory is made available to the academic and scientific community to encourage research, critical analysis, and theoretical advancement in physics. We believe that scientific progress depends on open exchange of ideas and rigorous peer examination.
These guidelines outline how you may use this work in academic contexts while respecting intellectual property and maintaining academic integrity. We encourage both supportive research and critical examination of the theories presented here.
Permitted Academic Uses
Research & Publications
- Cite and reference in academic papers, journal articles, and research publications
- Analyze and critique the theoretical framework in scholarly work
- Compare and contrast with other physics theories and models
- Build upon the concepts in your own theoretical research (with proper attribution)
- Include in literature reviews and theoretical background sections
- Reference in dissertations and thesis work at all academic levels
Educational Use
- Classroom instruction at universities, colleges, and educational institutions
- Course materials including syllabi, reading lists, and lecture notes
- Student assignments and projects analyzing the theoretical framework
- Educational presentations and seminars (with attribution)
- Discussion groups and study sessions
- Online courses and educational videos (non-commercial, with citation)
Critical Analysis & Peer Review
- Critical evaluation of theoretical claims and mathematical frameworks
- Identify limitations or potential issues in the theoretical approach
- Propose alternatives or modifications to the framework
- Test predictions through thought experiments or mathematical analysis
- Peer review discussions in academic journals and conferences
- Comparative studies with established physics theories
Conference & Presentation Use
- Academic conferences and symposiums (with proper attribution)
- Research presentations and poster sessions
- Seminar discussions and academic workshops
- Slides and visual aids for educational presentations
- Panel discussions on theoretical physics
Attribution Requirements
All Academic Uses Must Include:
- Proper citation using an appropriate academic format (APA, MLA, Chicago, IEEE, etc.)
- Author attribution to John Foster
- Publication year (2025)
- Source identification as "Dimensional Relativity Theory" or the specific chapter/paper title
- URL reference to https://dimensionalrelativity.com when citing online materials
📚 For detailed citation formats, please see our How to Cite page, which provides examples in APA, MLA, Chicago, IEEE, and BibTeX formats.
Restrictions & Prohibited Uses
❌ Commercial Use
The following commercial uses are NOT permitted without explicit written permission:
- Republishing for commercial sale or profit
- Including in paid educational courses or training programs
- Using in commercial publications without permission
- Selling or licensing derivative works
- Commercial exploitation of the theoretical framework
❌ Plagiarism & Misrepresentation
Academic integrity must be maintained:
- Do not present this work as your own
- Do not claim authorship of ideas or content from this work
- Do not remove or alter attribution information
- Do not misrepresent the source or context of quoted material
- Always distinguish between your work and material from Dimensional Relativity
❌ Unauthorized Distribution
Distribution restrictions:
- Do not create unauthorized copies for mass distribution
- Do not host complete copies on other websites without permission
- Do not create derivative translations without authorization
- Link to the original source rather than copying entire chapters
Best Practices for Academic Use
✓ Context and Transparency
When citing this work, clearly identify it as an independently published theoretical framework. Acknowledge that it represents novel theoretical claims that may differ from mainstream physics consensus.
✓ Accurate Representation
When summarizing or paraphrasing concepts from Dimensional Relativity, ensure accuracy. Do not misrepresent the theoretical claims or their scope.
✓ Critical Engagement
We encourage critical analysis, peer review, and constructive critique. Academic progress requires rigorous examination of new theoretical proposals.
✓ Link to Source
When possible, provide links to the original material on dimensionalrelativity.com so readers can access the full context and latest updates.
✓ Specify Chapter References
When citing specific concepts, reference the relevant chapter number to help readers locate the source material.
Fair Use Considerations
These guidelines are designed to work within the principles of fair use for academic and educational purposes. Short quotations, excerpts for critique, and references for scholarly commentary generally fall under fair use provisions in copyright law.
However, substantial reproduction of content, especially for purposes outside academic research and education, may require explicit permission. When in doubt, please contact us.
Using Images, Diagrams, and Visualizations
Images, diagrams, visualizations, and other media from the Dimensional Relativity website may be used in academic contexts subject to the following conditions:
Academic Presentations & Papers
Images may be reproduced in academic papers, presentations, and educational materials with proper attribution. Include: "Image from Dimensional Relativity Theory (Foster, 2025), dimensionalrelativity.com"
Educational Use
Instructors may use diagrams and visualizations in classroom presentations, course materials, and online educational content (non-commercial) with attribution.
Modifications
If you modify an image or diagram, clearly indicate: "Adapted from [source] (Foster, 2025)" and describe the modifications made.
High-Resolution Versions
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Requesting Special Permissions
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