At Pharmacognosy Journal, we recognize the evolving challenges facing the global research community. As part of our unwavering commitment to supporting authors and advancing scholarly communication, we are pleased to announce a significant reduction in our Article Processing Charges (APCs) — from £1249 to £949 for all Overseas Authors, effective immediately. For Indian Authors - 50000 INR.
This decision has been driven by several important considerations:
- Author-Centric Approach: Our primary mission has always been to support researchers in sharing their work as widely and impactfully as possible. We understand the financial barriers that high publication fees can create, especially for early-career researchers, independent scholars, and those from underfunded institutions. By significantly lowering APCs, we aim to make high-quality, peer-reviewed publishing more accessible to all authors, regardless of their financial background.
- Institutional and Grant Funding Constraints: In recent years, many institutions around the world have faced budget cuts and shifting funding priorities. These changes have directly impacted the resources available for academic publishing. We are sensitive to these realities and are taking proactive steps to alleviate this burden for authors who may be navigating reduced or uncertain financial support.
- Commitment to Equity and Inclusivity: We believe that the ability to publish impactful research should not be limited by geographic or economic constraints. This pricing revision is part of a broader strategy to democratize access to publishing, promote global collaboration, and support a more inclusive and representative academic ecosystem.
- Operational Optimization and Strategic Partnerships: Through internal efficiencies, innovations in our publishing workflow, and strategic collaborations, we have been able to reduce operational costs without compromising the quality, visibility, or integrity of the work we publish. These savings are being directly passed on to our authors.
We remain committed to maintaining the highest standards in peer review, editorial support, and dissemination while ensuring that cost is no longer a prohibitive factor for contributing to scientific knowledge.
We thank our author community for their continued trust and contributions. Your research drives progress, and we are honoured to play a role in its global dissemination. Should you have any questions or require further support, please do not hesitate to reach out to our editorial team.