Open Access Options
At STM Journals, we are dedicated to advancing science and technology by promoting the free exchange of knowledge. Our Open Access (OA) options enable researchers to publish their work without barriers, ensuring that scientific advancements are accessible to everyone globally.
Why Choose Open Access with STM Journals?
Increase Visibility and Impact
Open Access articles are freely available, leading to higher readership and citation rates.
Global Accessibility
Your research reaches a wider audience, including policymakers, educators, and practitioners worldwide.
Compliance with Funding Requirements
Many funding bodies require research to be published Open Access.
Contribution to the Scientific Community
Support the dissemination of knowledge and foster innovation by removing access restrictions.
Our Open Access Models
Gold Open Access
Green Open Access (Self-Archiving)
How to Publish Open Access
- 1Select a Journal: Choose the most suitable journal from our extensive list that offers Open Access options.
- 2Prepare Your Manuscript: Follow our Author Guidelines for formatting and submission requirements.
- 3Submit Your Manuscript: Use our online submission system to submit your work.
- 4Choose Open Access Option: Indicate your preference for Open Access during the submission process.
- 5Finalize APC Payment: If applicable, process the Article Processing Charge after acceptance.
- 6Select a License: Choose a Creative Commons license that fits your needs.
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
Our APCs are competitively priced to ensure affordability:
- Standard APC: $750-$1000 per article.
- Discounts and Waivers: Available for researchers from low-income countries or under special circumstances.
- Payment Process: Secure and straightforward payment options are provided upon acceptance.
Creative Commons Licensing Options
- CC BY (Attribution): Others can distribute and build upon your work, even commercially, as long as they credit you.
- CC BY-NC (Attribution-NonCommercial): Others can remix and build upon your work non-commercially.
- CC BY-SA (Attribution-ShareAlike): Others can build upon your work and must license their new creations under identical terms.
Compliance and Support
- Funding Agency Compliance: We help authors comply with mandates from funding bodies like NIH, Wellcome Trust, and others.
- Institutional Agreements: Partnerships with institutions to simplify the Open Access publishing process.
- Author Support: Our support team is available to assist with any questions or concerns.
Contact Us: For personalized assistance, email us at [email protected] or call
+91-120-178-1211.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No, Green Open Access does not require an APC. However, access to the published version may be subject to an embargo period as per journal policy.
Check your funding agreement or consult our Funding Body Requirements page for more information.
Join the Open Access Movement
Maximize the reach and impact of your research by publishing Open Access with STM Journals. Together, we can accelerate scientific discovery and innovation.
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Additional Resources
- Author Guidelines: https://journals.stmjournals.com/author-guidelines
- Open Access Policy: https://stmjournals.in/open-acess-policy/
- Funding Body Requirements: https://journals.stmjournals.com/funding-requirements
- License Agreements: https://journals.stmjournals.com/license-agreements