Charges Policy

The Journal of Pulmonology and Respiratory Research (JPRR) is an open access journal, and its operations are funded primarily through Article Processing Charges (APCs). This Charges Policy outlines the applicable fees, payment guidelines, and waiver options to ensure transparency and fairness for authors worldwide.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

APCs cover the cost of peer review, editorial processes, copyediting, typesetting, DOI registration, hosting, and archiving. These charges enable JPRR to provide immediate, unrestricted access to published content under the CC BY 4.0 license.

When Charges Are Applied

APCs are payable only after a manuscript has successfully passed peer review and been formally accepted for publication. Submissions are free of cost, and no charges are levied for manuscripts that are rejected at any stage.

Additional Charges

• Color Figures: No additional fees for color figures online.
• Supplementary Files: Free hosting of supplementary datasets, images, and appendices.
• Corrections/Errata: No charges for corrections initiated by the publisher.
• Reprints: Optional print reprints are available at cost; requests must be made at acceptance.

Payment Methods

Payments can be made via:

• Credit/Debit card through secure payment gateways.
• Bank transfers (authors are responsible for transfer fees).
• Institutional or funder accounts, where applicable.

Waivers and Discounts

To promote inclusivity and global participation, JPRR offers partial or full APC waivers in the following cases:

• Authors from low-income countries (based on World Bank classifications).
• Early-career researchers without funding support.
• Special issues or invited articles at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief.

Authors must apply for a waiver during the submission stage. Waiver requests after acceptance may not be considered.

Refund Policy

Refunds are issued only under exceptional circumstances, as detailed in the Refund Policy. Once publication services are rendered, APCs are generally non-refundable.

Transparency Commitment

JPRR is committed to financial transparency. APCs are the sole publication-related charges, with no hidden costs, submission fees, or page charges.

FAQs

Do I need to pay to submit a manuscript?

No. Submission and initial editorial screening are free of charge.

When do I pay the APC?

Only after your manuscript has been peer-reviewed, accepted, and prepared for publication.

Can institutions cover APCs?

Yes. Many institutions and funders have agreements to cover APCs for authors.

Are APCs negotiable?

APCs are fixed; however, waivers or discounts may apply in certain justified cases.

Conclusion

The Journal of Pulmonology and Respiratory Research (JPRR) ensures fairness and transparency in its charging model, aligning with global open access practices to make high-quality pulmonary and respiratory science accessible to all.