Journal of Diseases - Article Processing Charges
Transparent pricing supporting open access disease research publication.
Sustainable Open Access Publishing
Diseases operates on an author-pays open access model ensuring published research is freely accessible worldwide without subscription barriers or paywalls. Article processing charges cover peer review coordination, editorial management, professional production services, digital preservation, and ongoing platform maintenance for perpetual accessibility.
Our transparent pricing structure reflects actual publication costs while providing multiple options for fee reduction based on author circumstances, institutional arrangements, and journal membership status. We believe financial considerations should never prevent important disease research from reaching the scientific community and work with authors to find solutions.
Standard Processing Fees
Article processing charges vary by article type reflecting different editorial workloads, peer review complexity, and production resources required for each format. All fees are invoiced upon manuscript acceptance following successful completion of peer review. Charges apply regardless of author nationality, institutional affiliation, or funding source unless specific waiver provisions apply as detailed below.
| Article Type | Processing Fee | Typical Length |
|---|---|---|
| Original Research Article | USD 1,850 | 4,000-8,000 words |
| Review Article | USD 1,950 | 6,000-10,000 words |
| Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis | USD 2,100 | 5,000-8,000 words |
| Case Report | USD 950 | 1,500-3,000 words |
| Brief Communication | USD 750 | 1,000-2,000 words |
| Editorial or Commentary | USD 450 | 1,000-2,500 words |
| Letter to the Editor | USD 350 | 500-1,000 words |
Fee Reduction Options
Diseases recognizes that article processing charges present barriers for some researchers, particularly those in resource-limited settings or without dedicated publication funds. We offer multiple pathways to reduce or eliminate publication costs based on author circumstances, institutional agreements, and membership status. Fee reduction requests never influence editorial decisions which are based solely on scientific merit and methodological rigor.
Member Discounts
Journal members receive fifteen to forty percent discounts depending on membership tier selected. Defender tier members also receive complimentary publications annually. Membership provides substantial cumulative savings for researchers publishing multiple articles and offers additional benefits beyond fee reductions.
Institutional Agreements
Universities and research institutions may establish read-and-publish agreements providing discounted or prepaid publication for all affiliated researchers. Contact our partnerships team regarding institutional arrangements including consortia deals, transformative agreements, and volume-based pricing options.
Low-Income Country Waivers
Authors from World Bank low-income economies receive automatic fifty percent fee reduction requiring no application or documentation. Authors from lower-middle-income countries may request partial waivers based on funding circumstances with streamlined approval processes for qualifying institutions.
Hardship Consideration
Researchers facing genuine financial hardship may request fee waivers by contacting the editorial office with explanation of circumstances. Decisions are made case-by-case based on demonstrated need without affecting manuscript evaluation or publication timing. We aim to ensure no important research goes unpublished due to financial barriers.
What Fees Cover
Article processing charges fund the complete publication workflow from submission through perpetual digital access. Understanding fee allocation demonstrates the substantial value provided by professional open access publishing compared to informal dissemination alternatives that lack quality assurance, discoverability guarantees, and long-term preservation commitments that ensure your research remains accessible indefinitely.
Peer Review Management
Experienced editorial staff coordinate reviewer identification, invitation, follow-up, and quality assessment. Sophisticated systems track review status across multiple rounds, manage revision workflows, and facilitate constructive author-reviewer communication throughout the evaluation process.
Production Services
Professional copyediting ensures grammatical accuracy and clarity. Expert typesetting creates visually appealing layouts. Figure formatting optimizes image quality for print and digital display. XML generation enables distribution to databases, and multiple output formats including PDF, HTML, and ePub maximize accessibility.
Platform and Preservation
Secure hosting on globally distributed servers ensures reliable access worldwide. Long-term digital preservation through partnerships with multiple archive partners guarantees perpetual availability. DOI registration through Crossref enables reliable citation linking, and comprehensive metadata distribution maximizes discoverability.
Ongoing Accessibility
Fees support perpetual hosting without time limits or embargo periods. Continuous platform improvements enhance reader experience. Regular security updates protect article integrity. Metadata maintenance ensures articles remain discoverable as indexing systems evolve over time.
No Hidden Fees: Article processing charges include all standard publication services without additional costs. There are no extra charges for color figures, supplementary materials, or reasonable article lengths within type guidelines. Page charges, submission fees, and format conversion fees are never assessed.
Optional Services: Expedited review and professional language editing services are available for separate fees for authors requiring faster turnaround or manuscript preparation assistance. These optional services are clearly priced and never required for standard publication.
Payment Information
Invoices are issued upon formal manuscript acceptance with payment due within thirty days. We accept major credit cards, wire transfer, and institutional purchase orders for convenient payment processing. Funding agencies and institutions may pay directly on behalf of authors with appropriate documentation. Payment plans can be arranged for authors requiring extended terms due to institutional payment cycles or grant disbursement timing.
Published articles are released online within five business days of payment confirmation, ensuring minimal delay between acceptance and public availability. Authors receive notification when articles are live along with permanent DOI links for immediate citation and sharing with colleagues and collaborators.
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