Article Processing Charges
Journal of Chromosomes (JC) publishes research openly so chromosome science reaches clinicians, cytogeneticists, and genome researchers worldwide without access barriers.
Transparent Pricing For High Impact Publishing
JC follows a fully open access model. To sustain rigorous peer review, professional production, and permanent archiving, an Article Processing Charge (APC) is applied after acceptance. The standard APC for JC is $1200 USD per article. The APC supports the full publishing workflow, from editorial assessment and reviewer coordination to DOI registration, XML production, and long term hosting.
JC APC Rates
Charges apply after acceptance and are designed to keep chromosome research openly accessible.
What The APC Covers
Editorial Management
Qualified editors manage scope checks, reviewer selection, and decision quality to preserve the integrity of chromosome science.
Peer Review Coordination
Dedicated support ensures timely, expert review of cytogenetic methods, karyotype analyses, and genomic evidence.
Production And Formatting
Professional formatting, figure checks, and structured layouts optimize readability for technical chromosome data.
Multi Format Publishing
HTML, PDF, and XML outputs support indexing, data mining, and institutional archiving.
Indexing Metadata
DOI registration, reference validation, and metadata distribution improve discoverability and citations.
Long Term Hosting
Stable hosting and preservation workflows keep chromosome research accessible for future studies and clinical reference.
Why Open Access Matters In Chromosome Science
Immediate Reach For Specialized Data
Chromosome research often relies on complex imagery, karyotype interpretation, and multi platform datasets. Open access removes subscription barriers so clinical teams, diagnostic laboratories, and interdisciplinary researchers can access the latest findings immediately. This accelerates translation from cytogenetic discovery to clinical practice and enables researchers to build on new structural variation datasets without delay.
Open access also supports cross disciplinary use. Evolutionary biologists, computational modelers, and translational geneticists can engage with JC articles, increasing citation potential and the long term influence of your work. APC funding ensures that your article remains openly accessible and technically preserved across formats for years to come.
Visibility That Builds Citations
Funder And Institutional Compliance
Mandate Alignment
The CC BY license meets most funder requirements for immediate open access and reuse.
Repository Ready
Authors may deposit the final published PDF in institutional repositories with DOI citation.
Metadata Quality
Structured metadata improves reporting to grant agencies and research assessment systems.
Audit Friendly
Clear invoices and documented services support APC reimbursement workflows.
If your funder or institution requires specific language for APC invoices or acknowledgments, share details with the editorial office during submission. We can include grant numbers or institutional references to simplify reimbursement and compliance reporting.
JC follows transparent pricing so authors understand exactly what is covered and can plan budgets effectively. The APC is fixed per accepted article, with no hidden service charges.
APCs do not influence editorial decisions. All submissions are evaluated solely on scientific merit, methodological rigor, and relevance to chromosome biology and cytogenetics.
Support For Authors With Limited Funding
JC offers partial waivers for authors from low income and lower middle income countries, subject to eligibility and availability. Editors and reviewers may be eligible for service based discounts up to 30 percent. Waivers and discounts are not cumulative and should be requested at submission so the editorial office can confirm options before acceptance.
We evaluate requests with care to balance accessibility with the sustainability of peer review and production services.
If your institution requires a purchase order, grant documentation, or third party billing, contact [email protected] for assistance. Upon acceptance, you will receive an invoice with a secure payment link and instructions. Payments can be made by authors, institutions, or funding agencies.
Receipts are issued promptly for grant reporting and institutional records and audits.
Clear Invoicing And Support
Withdrawal Policy
To protect reviewer time and editorial resources, a withdrawal charge of 30 percent of the APC applies if a manuscript is withdrawn after three days from submission. Authors should formally request withdrawal through the editorial office before submitting to another journal.
We encourage authors to review scope and requirements carefully before submitting. If you have questions about suitability or APC support, contact the editorial office prior to submission.
APC Timing And Common Questions
After Acceptance Only
The APC is invoiced only after a manuscript is accepted. There are no submission fees. Payment timing can be coordinated with institutional finance teams or grant administrators, and our team can provide documentation for reimbursement requests.
Waivers and discounts are applied based on eligibility and availability at the time of acceptance. Requests should be made at submission to avoid delays. If your APC will be covered by a funder, include grant details in the cover letter so we can align invoicing with funder requirements.
Budget With Confidence
Ready To Submit Your Manuscript?
Use ManuscriptZone for full submission tracking or the simple submission form for quick entry. For APC questions, email [email protected].
