Article Processing Charges

APC rate

Research and Review Articles are partially subsidized by CAST, allowing authors to pay the below reduced rates beginning in 2023:

Research Articles: $1800 USD
Review Articles: $1800 USD

The rates for additional article types are:

Perspectives: $1200 USD
Commentaries: $1200 USD
Rapid Reports: $1500 USD

These rates are exclusive of any taxes or duties that may be levied or assessed on it. Tax is based on the customer location and is not applicable for all customers. Tax will be automatically added where applicable during the payment process.

Waivers

The Science Partner Journals (SPJ) Program will offer full APC waivers to authors in the developing world (Hinari A & B countries). Additionally, full or partial waivers may be available to those experiencing financial hardships. Waivers may be requested at any point in the editorial workflow (pre-submission to acceptance) but are not granted until acceptance. Contact the Science Partner Journal (SPJ) program business office to inquire about waivers.