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Hokkaido University affirms the following basic principles for the operation
of this Collection as a foundation for scholarly activities.
Hokkaido University strongly recommends that all researchers who belong to the
university and conduct education and research activities should publicize
their diverse and high levels of achievements on this Collection site in
accordance with the Hokkaido University Collection of Scholarly and Academic
Papers Operational Guidelines.
Hokkaido University promotes the sustainable development and eternal
preservation of this Collection and contributes to society. The university
also facilitates interaction between receivers and creators of research
achievements through open access and designs further academic development.
Hokkaido University exerts ceaseless efforts to improve an adequate system
with which Hokkaido University Library operates this Collection.