Article Processing Charges
To maintain an open access model, the Journal of Pulmonology and Respiratory Research (JPRR) applies Article Processing Charges (APCs) to accepted manuscripts. APCs cover peer review, editorial services, DOI registration, indexing, long-term archiving, and technical support.
APC Structure
APCs vary by article type, reflecting the editorial and production effort required.
| Article Type | APC (USD) |
|---|---|
| Original Research Article | 2949 |
| Review Article / Systematic Review | 2949 |
| Case Report / Clinical Trial | 2949 |
| Short Communication / Brief Report | 2949 |
| Editorial / Commentary | 2949 |
| Letter to the Editor | 2949 |
When Charges Apply
- APCs are due only after acceptance of a manuscript following peer review.
- No charges apply for submission, initial editorial assessment, or peer review.
- Rejected manuscripts incur no charges.
Payment Process
- Authors receive an invoice after acceptance of their article.
- Payments are to be completed within 10 business days.
- Payment options include credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer.
Waivers and Discounts
To support equitable access to publication, JPRR offers partial or full waivers:
- Authors from low-income and lower-middle-income countries (as per World Bank classification).
- Early-career researchers without institutional funding.
- Invited submissions, special issues, or editorials at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief.
Waiver requests must be submitted during the submission process. Late requests may not be considered.
Refund Policy
APCs are generally non-refundable once processing begins. Exceptions are detailed in the Refund Policy.
Institutional and Funder Support
Many funding agencies and institutions provide APC coverage for authors. Authors should check with their funders or institutions for eligibility.
Transparency Commitment
JPRR complies with the DOAJ Principles of Transparency. The APCs listed above are the only publication fees; there are no hidden charges.
FAQs
Do authors need to pay for rejected manuscripts?
No. APCs are charged only upon acceptance.
Can APCs be split between co-authors?
Yes. Payments can be arranged from multiple sources if required.
Are there any hidden costs?
No. APCs are transparent and cover all editorial, production, and hosting costs.
Can supplementary materials be published free of charge?
Yes. JPRR publishes supplementary materials at no additional cost.
Conclusion
By applying APCs, the Journal of Pulmonology and Respiratory Research (JPRR) sustains its open access model, ensuring that high-quality research remains freely available to the global community.