We’re pleased to announce new
initiatives designed to promote equitable access and inclusivity in academic
publishing.
1. 50% APC Discount
Authors affiliated with
institutions located in UN-recognized Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are
eligible for a 50% discount on Article Processing Charges (APC).
All
co-authors must be based in LDCs.
Valid
institutional proof is required at the time of submission.
2. 100% APC Waiver
A full APC waiver will be granted
for research papers submitted in 2025 where the corresponding author is ranked
among the world’s top 2% most cited scientists (as listed by Stanford/Elsevier
or an equivalent credible source).
Supporting
documentation must be provided upon submission.
2.1. One-Time Free Publication Opportunity
Each eligible author or group of
authors may publish one paper free of charge (100% APC waiver) during 2025 as
part of this initiative.