Article Processing Charges
Clear APC guidance to support sustainable open access cervical cancer publishing.
Transparent Publishing Support
APCs enable rigorous peer review, production quality, and global access to cervical cancer research.
Publishing Standards
Open Access Reach
All articles are immediately available worldwide, supporting clinicians, researchers, and public health teams.
Rigorous Review
Single blind peer review with editorial oversight ensures methodological and ethical integrity.
DOI and Metadata
Structured metadata and DOI registration improve discoverability across scholarly platforms.
Ethics First
We prioritize patient consent, data transparency, and adherence to international research guidelines.
APC Overview
APC: $1200 USD
Article Processing Charges support editorial management, peer review, production, and online hosting. Our APC model ensures that cervical cancer research remains open and accessible to clinicians, researchers, and policymakers worldwide.
Charges are applied only after acceptance. There are no submission fees, and authors retain copyright under an open license.
What the APC Covers
The APC supports essential publishing services that maintain research integrity and discoverability:
- Editorial screening and peer review coordination
- Professional copyediting and formatting
- DOI registration and structured metadata
- Online hosting and long term access
- Indexing readiness and archiving support
- Author support through production
Waivers and Discounts
We consider waiver or discount requests for authors from low and lower middle income economies, early career researchers, and multi center collaborations that demonstrate high public health value.
Requests are evaluated individually, based on transparency and research impact. Contact the editorial office early to discuss options.
- Eligibility based on World Bank income classification
- Support for global health and equity focused studies
- Discounts for approved institutional partnerships
- Membership and special issue arrangements
Institutional Support
Many institutions and funders cover APCs for open access publishing. Authors should verify institutional agreements and budget allocation during project planning.
We provide invoices and documentation to assist with grant compliance and reporting.
Payment and Invoicing
Once a manuscript is accepted, the production team issues an invoice with payment instructions. Publication proceeds after confirmation of payment or approved waivers.
For assistance with payment documentation, contact [email protected].
Submission Options
Both submission routes receive the same editorial workflow and APC assessment.
- ManuscriptZone submission: https://oap.manuscriptzone.net/
- Simple submission form: https://openaccesspub.org/manuscript-submission-form
Manuscript Withdrawal Policy and Charges
JCC invests significant editorial and reviewer resources in every submitted manuscript. If you need to withdraw your manuscript after submission, the following policy applies:
Withdrawal Timeline and Fees
- Within the first 3 days of submission: Free withdrawal—no charges apply
- After 3 days of submission: Withdrawal fee of 30% of APC applies
- Withdrawal fees compensate for editorial processing, plagiarism screening, and reviewer coordination already completed
- After peer review has commenced, withdrawal fees may be non-negotiable.
Plan Your Submission
Understand APC coverage and select the submission method that fits your workflow.
