Open Access Policy
Promoting global knowledge sharing through unrestricted access to research
The International Research Journal Of Series is committed to open access publishing. Our policy ensures that published articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide, encouraging dissemination and reuse of knowledge.
Benefits of Open Access
Open access increases visibility, accelerates scientific discovery, and supports equitable access to research outputs across institutions and countries.
Increased Visibility
4x more downloads and 2x more citations compared to paywalled content
Global Reach
Accessible to researchers in developing countries and smaller institutions
Faster Impact
Immediate availability accelerates research and innovation cycles
Public Engagement
Enables policymakers, educators, and practitioners to apply research findings
Funding and Sustainability
Our open access model is supported through:
Article Processing Charges
Standard APC covers peer review and publishing costs
Institutional Memberships
Discounted rates for partner institutions
Waivers & Discounts
Available for authors from developing countries
Grants & Funding
Many funders cover open access publication costs
Archiving and Preservation
We ensure long-term availability of published content through:
- Digital Archiving: Permanent preservation in CLOCKSS and LOCKSS systems
- Repository Deposits: Automatic deposit in PubMed Central and other repositories
- DOI Assignment: Permanent identifiers for all published articles
- Multiple Formats: PDF, XML, and HTML versions for different use cases
Compliance with Funders
Our open access policy complies with major research funders including NIH, Wellcome Trust, ERC, and other organizations requiring immediate open access to funded research.
For questions about our open access policy, funding options, or license details, please contact our editorial office. We are committed to making research accessible to all while maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing.