Article Processing Charges

APC Statement

The "Article Manuscript Handling Charge" is the only fee required. This fee supports the open-access publication of each article, making it freely available online. It covers the cost of online tools for editors and authors, as well as the creation and hosting of the article. The handling fee must be paid before publication.

Regular Articles	Funded Articles	Non-Funded Articles
Article Processing Charges	1432 USD	500 USD

At the Journal of History of Medicine, we are dedicated to making high-quality research widely accessible. To cover the costs associated with publication and ensure that all accepted articles are freely available to the public, we implement an Article Processing Charge (APC). This policy outlines the key aspects of our APC structure, including the necessary costs and services provided.

1-Editorial and Peer Review Management:
Coordinating the double-blind peer review process.
Overseeing submissions, revisions, and editorial decisions.
Ensuring compliance with ethical standards and COPE guidelines.

2-Production Costs:
Typesetting, formatting, and preparing manuscripts for publication.
Creating high-quality figures and images.
Proofreading and conducting quality control to ensure error-free publications.

3-Open Access Hosting and Archiving:
Maintaining an online platform for immediate, free access to all articles.
Ensuring long-term access through digital preservation services such as CLOCKSS and Portico.

4-Technical Infrastructure:
Developing and maintaining the online submission and review system.
Utilizing plagiarism detection software.
Ensuring the security and functionality of the journal's website.

5-Marketing and Promotion:
Promoting published articles to increase visibility and impact.
Ensuring indexing and abstracting in major academic databases.

Voluntary Contribution Details

Amount: Authors of funded articles can voluntarily contribute an amount of their choosing.
Usage: Contributions support editorial processes, production, infrastructure, hosting, and journal promotion.
Transparency: Contributors receive a detailed report on how their contributions are utilized to support journal operations.

Waiver Policy

Since the Journal of History of Medicine charges a mandatory APC:

Full Accessibility: We strive to minimize financial barriers, allowing researchers from around the world to publish in our journal.

Research4Life Initiative: The journal actively participates in initiatives like Research4Life (HINARI) to ensure access for researchers in low-income countries.

Payment Methods

For funded articles, the following payment options are available:

1-Credit Card: Secure online payment via credit card.

2-Bank Transfer: Bank details provided upon request. Payment arrangements can be made through the author’s institution. For more information, contact editor@historymedjournal.com.

Refund Policy

The Journal of History of Medicine has a clear refund policy for voluntary contributions:
Eligibility: Refunds are considered on a case-by-case basis. Full refunds will be provided for journal errors, such as duplicate payments.
Non-Refundable: Voluntary contributions are non-refundable once used for publication processes.
Request Process: Authors can request refunds by contacting editor@historymedjournal.com, providing relevant details and justification.

Support

The Journal of History of Medicine is committed to supporting its authors:
Customer Support: Authors can contact our dedicated support team for any queries related to voluntary contributions or the publication process.
Contact Information: Email us at editor@historymedjournal.com.
Support Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM (GMT).
FAQs: A detailed FAQ section is available on our website for additional guidance.