Open Access Information and Policy
At ACW Press, we are committed to Open Access (OA) principles to ensure that all research published in our journals is freely accessible to readers worldwide. Our OA policy is designed to enhance the dissemination of scientific knowledge, increase the visibility and impact of research, and comply with the requirements of funding organizations. Importantly, ACW Press publishes all articles free of cost, removing financial barriers to disseminating peer-reviewed research.
Permissions
ACW Press publishes all articles under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license. This license allows unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited. Authors retain the copyright of their work, ensuring they maintain control over their research while enabling broad dissemination and reuse of their findings.
Meaning of Open Access
Open Access means that all articles published in ACW Press journals are available to anyone, anywhere, without subscription fees or access charges. This model supports the free exchange of information and facilitates the unrestricted distribution of knowledge. By eliminating financial barriers, Open Access ensures that research findings are accessible to a global audience, including researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the general public.
Advantages of Open Access for Authors
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Increased Visibility and Impact: Open Access articles are more likely to be seen and cited by researchers and practitioners worldwide, increasing your work's visibility and impact. Studies have shown that OA articles often receive more citations and greater media attention.
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Compliance with Funding Requirements: Publishing with ACW Press ensures that authors comply with the Open Access mandates of their funding organizations, such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), European Research Council (ERC), and other global funding bodies. This compliance avoids any issues with funding renewals or grant obligations.
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No Article Processing Charges (APCs): ACW Press does not charge authors any fees for publishing their articles. This policy ensures that financial constraints do not hinder the publication and dissemination of high-quality research, making it possible for authors from all backgrounds and institutions to share their work.
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Retaining Copyright: Authors retain the copyright to their work, giving them control over how their research is used and disseminated. The CC BY license facilitates the wide distribution and impact of research by allowing others to build upon the work, fostering collaboration, and furthering scientific progress.
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Rapid Dissemination: Once accepted, articles are published online immediately, ensuring that research findings are quickly disseminated to the global academic community and beyond. This rapid publication process accelerates the impact of your research.
ACW Press is dedicated to supporting authors and the broader academic community by providing a robust and inclusive platform for the dissemination of research. Our Open Access policy ensures that all published articles are freely available to everyone, promoting the advancement of science and scholarship worldwide. Join us in our mission to make high-quality, peer-reviewed research accessible to all.
