The process of publishing articles in Online Journals is a tedious one that includes a number of steps like editing, proofreading, quality check, web maintenance, plagiarism check and much more. The tasks included in the process of submission and publishing of the journals include some costs and hence the processing fees are required.
Why does Juniper Journals charge article processing fee (APF) for publishing in its journals?
Juniper publishes its journals in open access format. Anyone can unlimitedly and immediately access all PDF and full text content published in our Journals and this means juniper does not have any income from any institutions or any of its online publications. Therefore, Juniper needs to cover its handling, processing and production expenses by collecting article processing fee (APF) from authors' institutes or research funding bodies. Authors are charged a minimum handling fee for each accepted manuscript and the charges are different based on the type of the manuscripts.
| Country | Research (RA) | Others |
|---|---|---|
| High Income Countries | $2480 | $1989 |
| Middle Income Countries | $1965 | $1782 |
| Low Income countries | $1654 | $1080 |
Withdrawal Policy
This is the policy regarding the withdrawal of an article. It is important for authors to read and understand this policy before submitting their articles.
Withdrawal Request Eligibility
Timeframe: Authors may request the withdrawal of their article before/after the peer review process. A withdrawal request will generally not be accepted if the author(s) request one during or after the peer review process or during the galley proof (early release) or the finalized and published PDF version of the manuscript.
Withdrawal Process
Timely Notification: Authors must submit their withdrawal request as soon as possible, preferably before the peer review process. Late withdrawal requests will not be accommodated. Withdrawal Request Submission: Authors should submit their withdrawal request in writing to the publication's editorial team or designated contact person. The request should include the article title, author name(s), and reasons for the withdrawal. Evaluation and Decision: The publication's editorial team will review the withdrawal request and consider the circumstances and potential impact on the publication. A decision regarding the withdrawal will be communicated to the author within a reasonable timeframe.
Withdrawal Policy & Payment of Withdrawal Penalty
Authors who wish to withdraw their manuscript must submit a formal written request to the editorial office. Withdrawal requests are processed according to the stage of manuscript handling, and applicable charges will be imposed as outlined below.
Payment Methods: The publication will provide details regarding accepted payment methods and instructions for the withdrawal penalty payment.
Withdrawal Charges Based on Processing Stage
After Submission (Initial Receipt Stage)
A minimum administrative fee of $50 will be applicable.
After Initial Editorial Screening
A withdrawal fee of $99 will be applicable.
After Assignment for Peer Review
30% of the total publication fee will be retained by the journal, and 70% will be refunded to the author.
After Completion of Peer Review
50% of the total publication fee will be retained by the journal, and 50% will be refunded to the author.
After Galley Proof Preparation / PDF Completion
80% of the total publication fee will be retained by the journal, and 20% will be refunded to the author.
After Online Publication
90% of the total publication fee will be retained by the journal, and 20% will be refunded to the author.
After DOI (Digital Object Identifier) Generation
Once a DOI has been assigned, the article becomes part of the permanent academic record. Withdrawal is no longer permitted, and no refund will be issued under any circumstances.
Payment of Withdrawal Penalty
Authors who incur a withdrawal penalty are required to complete the payment within the timeframe specified by the publication office. The applicable charges are calculated according to the publication’s official fee schedule and the manuscript’s processing stage at the time of withdrawal.
Failure to complete the required payment within the specified period may result in administrative action as per journal policy.
Payment Methods
The publication office will provide detailed instructions regarding accepted payment methods and the procedure for completing the withdrawal penalty payment.
Important Notes
For articles granted a publication fee waiver, the full standard processing amount is considered committed toward editorial and production services. No refunds will be issued under any circumstances. Once an article is withdrawn, it may still appear in search engine results (e.g., Google). This indexing is controlled by third-party platforms and is entirely independent of the publisher. Authors are encouraged to carefully consider submission before initiating the editorial process to avoid unnecessary penalties. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation and look forward to your valuable contribution to the journal. For any questions or concerns regarding manuscript withdrawal, authors may contact the editorial office or the designated journal representative.
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