Article Processing Charge
Gold Open Access · APC invoiced only after acceptance
Print ISSN: 3135-8381 | Online ISSN: 3135-839X
This journal is a gold open access publication. The APC covers editorial processing, peer review, production, dissemination, and long-term archiving.
Important note: The APC does not influence editorial decisions in any way. An APC invoice will be issued only after the manuscript has successfully completed the full peer review process and has been formally accepted for publication.
APC Fee Processing
- No submission fee: There is no charge for submitting a manuscript.
- APC invoiced only after acceptance: The APC is charged only after your manuscript has successfully completed the peer review process and has been formally accepted for publication.
- No hidden fees: All costs are transparent and clearly stated on this page.
- Hard Baseline Rule: The APC rate is strictly determined by the issue at the time of formal acceptance. Delays in peer review or cross-year publication do not qualify for historical pricing based on submission date.
- Discounts apply automatically: Role-based discounts are applied automatically at the time of invoicing.
- Waiver requests: Please contact the editorial office for any waiver-related inquiries.
1. Inaugural Tiered Pricing
2. Waivers & Discounts
- Outstanding Papers: 50% of accepted articles will be selected for full (100%) APC waivers based on editorial assessment.
- Invited Papers: Authoritative reviews or original research by leading figures invited by the EiC enjoy a 100% waiver. (Strictly limited to 1–2 papers per issue).
- Complimentary print copy: See Sample Copy Policy for print copy requests (production and shipping costs apply).
3. Author Role Discounts
Authors with the following roles are entitled to discounts on research articles during their term. If multiple discounts apply, only the lowest rate will be charged (no stacking).
Special Rule for Column Articles (Editorial / Commentary):
Written by the EiC, Associate Editors, or Invited Editorial Board Members. 100% Free (0 USD).
*Limited to 1,000–2,500 words. Must not contain full empirical data or research frameworks. Strictly limited to 1–2 columns per issue.
4. Estimated APC with Role Discounts
The table below shows the actual APC for each role across different phases. Role discounts are applied on top of the base rate.
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about the APC or wish to apply for a waiver, please contact us at:
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ISSN 3135-8381 (Print) | ISSN 3135-839X (Online)
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