IJCV Author Services Membership
Benefits that support authors—never editorial decisions or peer-review outcomes.
Editorial Independence Pledge — Editors and reviewers cannot see membership or APC status. Decision criteria and timelines are identical for members and non-members.
Membership Tiers
Basic Membership
per year
Up to 2 manuscripts per year
Membership Benefits
- 15% discount on article processing charges (applied after acceptance)
- Concierge author-services support (submission & formatting checklist)
- Quarterly newsletter with research updates
- Digital membership certificate
Professional Membership
per year
Up to 5 manuscripts per year
Enhanced Benefits
- 25% discount on article processing charges (applied after acceptance)
- Priority administrative support (no editorial acceleration)
- Dedicated author-services
- Monthly research trend reports
- Free language editing consultation
- Access to peer reviewer network
Institutional Membership
per year
Unlimited submissions
Comprehensive Package
- 35% discount on all article processing charges (applied after acceptance)
- Unlimited submissions from institution
- Dedicated institutional account manager
- Custom reporting and analytics
- Institutional branding options
- Bulk submission management
- Workshops for research teams
- Institutional co-branding
APC vs. Membership Comparison
✔ Smart Choice: If you plan to publish 3 or more articles per year, Professional or Institutional membership offers substantial savings and enhanced services.
Membership Benefits Comparison
Additional Member Services
Research Networking
Connect with fellow coronavirus researchers through our exclusive member directory and collaboration platform.
Article Alerts
Subscribe to curated alerts and highlights. All articles are openly available to everyone at publication.
Conference Discounts
Receive discounts on registration fees for coronavirus research conferences and symposiums.
Community Participation
Open calls for reviewers and special-issue proposals; evaluated with the same criteria for all applicants (membership gives no preference)
What Membership Does Not Include
Important Notice: Memberships do not guarantee manuscript acceptance. All submissions undergo standard peer-review procedures in accordance with journal policies. Editorial decisions are based solely on scientific merit and quality, regardless of membership status.
Membership Terms & Conditions
Membership Details
- Duration: All memberships are valid for 12 months from activation date
- Renewal: Automatic renewal with 30-day advance notice and opt-out option
- Transferability: Institutional memberships can be transferred between departments
- Cancellation: 30-day notice required for membership cancellation
- Refund Policy: Full refunds available if membership is cancelled within the first 30 days with no services used. After 30 days or upon service usage, memberships are non-refundable.
- Benefits Activation: All benefits active within 24 hours of payment confirmation
Onboarding benefits: New members joining in their first year receive an additional 10% discount on their first article processing charge, stackable with membership discounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does membership guarantee manuscript acceptance?
No. All manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review regardless of membership status. Acceptance is based solely on scientific merit and quality.
How do I apply my membership discount?
APCs are invoiced only after acceptance. If your paper is accepted, the relevant membership reduction is applied at invoice. Membership does not affect peer review or acceptance.
Can I upgrade my membership during the year?
Yes. You can upgrade at any time by paying the difference. Your new benefits will be activated immediately.
What happens if I exceed my manuscript limit?
Additional manuscripts beyond your tier limit will receive the standard non-member APC rate. Consider upgrading for continued benefits.
Is the refund policy pro-rated?
Full refunds are available only within the first 30 days if no membership services have been used. After this period or upon service usage, memberships are non-refundable as stated in our terms.
How does institutional membership work for multiple authors?
Institutional membership covers submissions by affiliated authors. Editorial assessment is identical for members and non-members, and APC discounts apply only after acceptance. Use your institutional email at submission.
Contact Information
For membership inquiries, custom packages, or institutional arrangements, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
All membership inquiries, custom packages, and support
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