Article Processing Charges (APCs)
Transparent disclosure of journal publication charges
QES Academic Press publisher-level policy and guidance.
Exact journal information
Any APC or other author charge must be stated clearly on the journal website, including amount, currency, what the charge covers, when payment is due and applicable taxes where relevant.
Editorial separation
Editorial decisions must remain independent of payment status, institutional relationship or ability to pay.
See the Publisher Business Model & Fees for publisher-level principles.