Scholarly Synergy Press is committed to the principles of open access publishing, believing that unrestricted access to research literature is essential for the advancement of knowledge and the dissemination of scholarly work worldwide. Our open access policy reflects our commitment to making high-quality research freely available to readers, researchers, and practitioners without financial or access barriers.
1. Open Access Model:
Scholarly Synergy Press operates on an open access model, providing free, immediate, and unrestricted access to all published content on our platform.
Authors retain copyright of their work and grant Scholarly Synergy Press a license to publish their articles under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license.
2. Benefits of Open Access:
Increased Visibility: Open access ensures that research findings are accessible to a global audience, enhancing the visibility and impact of published work.
Accelerated Discovery: Removing access barriers facilitates faster dissemination of knowledge and enables researchers to build upon existing findings more efficiently.
Public Engagement: Open access encourages public engagement with scholarly research, fostering broader understanding and appreciation of scientific endeavors.
Global Collaboration: Open access facilitates collaboration among researchers worldwide, promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.
3. Article Processing Charges (APCs):
To cover the costs associated with editorial processing, peer review, and publication, Scholarly Synergy Press may levy article processing charges (APCs) for accepted manuscripts.
Authors are responsible for paying APCs upon acceptance of their manuscript for publication. Detailed information about APCs, including any waivers or discounts, is available on our website.
4. Funding and Support:
Scholarly Synergy Press is committed to supporting authors who may face financial constraints. We offer fee waivers or discounts to authors from low- and middle-income countries, students, and researchers with limited funding sources.
Authors are encouraged to inquire about available funding options and support programs when submitting their manuscripts.
5. Archiving and Preservation:
Scholarly Synergy Press ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content through partnerships with digital archives and preservation initiatives.
Published articles are archived in secure repositories to ensure their availability for future generations of researchers and scholars.
6. Compliance with Funding Mandates:
Authors funded by grant agencies or institutions with open access mandates are encouraged to comply with funding requirements by selecting open access publishing options and depositing their articles in institutional or disciplinary repositories.
7. Licensing and Reuse:
Articles published by Scholarly Synergy Press are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, allowing for unrestricted reuse, distribution, and adaptation of the content, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors.
Scholarly Synergy Press is committed to advancing the principles of open access and promoting equitable access to scholarly research. We believe that open access publishing is essential for fostering innovation, collaboration, and the advancement of knowledge across all disciplines.
For inquiries or additional information about our open access policy, please contact us at openaccess@scholarlysynergypress.info.
Sincerely,
Editorial Team
Scholarly Synergy Press