Article Processing Charges
Understand how APCs support open access publishing and the services that bring tropical medicine research to the world.
Transparent APC Policy
Journal of Tropical Diseases and Medicine (JTMH) is a peer reviewed open access journal focused on tropical medicine, infectious diseases, parasitology, vector borne illnesses, and health systems in endemic regions. We publish clinically relevant, methodologically rigorous research that supports prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for populations most affected by tropical diseases. Our APC policy keeps costs transparent while sustaining the editorial, production, and long term preservation services required for global open access publishing.
APCs are charged only after a manuscript is accepted for publication. There are no submission fees and no hidden charges during peer review. Each APC contributes to professional handling, quality assurance, and permanent online hosting.
The APC structure covers editorial coordination, independent peer review management, plagiarism screening, copyediting, typesetting, DOI registration, and distribution through indexing and discovery services.
What the APC Supports
Editorial Management
Experienced editors and reviewers ensure rigorous assessment and ethical compliance for every submission.
Production Quality
Professional copyediting, typesetting, and figure checks improve clarity and consistency for readers.
Discoverability
Metadata enrichment, DOI registration, and indexing workflows improve visibility and citation potential.
Archiving
Secure hosting and long term preservation protect published content for future research use.
Waivers, Discounts, and Funding Options
JTMH offers equitable options for authors from low and middle income countries, early career researchers, and teams with limited funding. Partial waivers or discounts may be granted based on funding statements and institutional status.
Many universities and research funders allow APCs as eligible project costs. If your institution requires a pro forma invoice or grant documentation, our office provides support to keep procurement and compliance smooth.
Eligibility Review
Waiver requests are evaluated at submission or acceptance based on author affiliation, funding availability, and the significance of the research. Decisions are made fairly and consistently to uphold access equity.
Typical Funding Paths
| Funding Route | How It Works | Helpful Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Institutional Open Access | University or hospital covers APCs centrally. | Coordinate with your library or research office. |
| Grant Supported | APCs budgeted within research grant funding. | We can provide invoices and payment timelines. |
| Collaborative Teams | Costs shared across multiple partners. | Include a lead payer in the submission. |
| Waiver or Discount | Reduced fee based on need or eligibility. | Request early for faster processing. |
APC Process Timeline
Submit Manuscript
Send your article for peer review without any submission fee.
Editorial Decision
APCs are communicated only after acceptance.
Invoice and Payment
We issue an invoice and support institutional payment workflows.
Publication
Your article is published open access with DOI and indexing metadata.
APCs are billed after acceptance
The journal does not charge for submission or peer review. Payment is requested only after acceptance and prior to publication to ensure transparency.
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APC Integrity and Compliance
JTMH follows industry best practices for publication ethics and billing transparency. APCs are tied to clearly documented production services and are not influenced by editorial decisions or peer review outcomes.
If your funding source requires specific license language or public access reporting, we will include the necessary documentation in your publication record.
Institutional Partnerships
Institutions with frequent submissions to JTMH can explore membership options that reduce APC costs for affiliated authors. These arrangements simplify payments and support sustained research dissemination.
Invoices and Payment Support
Invoices are issued after acceptance with clear payment instructions and reference details. If you need documentation for grants, purchase orders, or institutional workflows, our team can provide supporting letters or itemized invoices upon request.
Payments can be handled by authors, institutions, or funders. If your institution requires a specific billing format or payment timeline, notify the editorial office early so we can align with procurement requirements.
Impact of Open Access Funding
APCs help keep research freely available to clinicians, policy makers, and public health teams in regions most affected by tropical diseases. This access improves uptake of evidence based interventions and supports rapid response during outbreaks.
By funding open access publishing, authors ensure that their findings can be reused in training, guidelines, and community programs without access barriers, extending the real world value of their work.
APC Questions We Receive Often
Authors frequently ask whether APCs affect editorial decisions. JTMH keeps evaluation independent from payment, and editors do not participate in billing discussions. The review process remains focused on scientific quality and ethical compliance.
If a manuscript is withdrawn before acceptance, no APC is charged. For any billing questions, the editorial office can confirm invoice status and support your institutional documentation needs.
Receipts and Record Keeping
After payment is processed, we provide official receipts that can be used for grant reporting or institutional reimbursement. Keep these records with your project documentation so that open access costs are transparent and easily auditable. If your institution needs a tax statement, we can assist promptly.
