Article Processing Charge
The IASMPMM International Journal of Reproductive and Sexual Medicine (IIJRSM) is committed to transparency regarding any financial charges associated with manuscript submission and publication.
The journal may operate under either:
- No Article Processing Charges (No APCs) Policy, or
- Article Processing Charges (APCs) Policy
This particular policy needs to be clearly communicated to authors via the journal’s website.
If No APC Applies
Authors may not be required to pay fees for:
- Manuscript submission
- Editorial assessment
- Peer review
- Publication of accepted articles
A No APC model can help reduce financial barriers and support broader participation in medical and scientific research.
If APCs Apply
The journal should clearly provide information regarding:
| APC Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee Amount | Clearly stated applicable charge |
| Payment Stage | When the fee becomes payable |
| Services Covered | Publishing and production services |
| Waivers | Availability of financial assistance |
| Discounts | Eligibility and conditions |
| Refund Policy | Applicable circumstances |
Editorial Independence
The journal maintains that financial considerations must not influence editorial or peer-review decisions.
Manuscripts should be evaluated according to:
- Scientific quality
- Originality
- Methodological rigor
- Clinical relevance
- Ethical compliance
- Contribution to the field
If financial assistance is available, authors experiencing genuine financial constraints may request a waiver or reduction according to the journal's established policy.
The APC policy aims to ensure fairness, transparency, and clarity throughout the publishing process.
