The SCICONX Journal of Advances in Diabetes Biology (JADB) operates under an open-access publishing model to ensure that high-quality research in diabetes biology is freely and permanently accessible to researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and the global scientific community.

To support editorial management, peer review administration, production services, digital hosting, archiving, and long-term accessibility, the journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts.

1. Open Access Publishing Model

JADB follows a full open-access model. This means:

• All published articles are freely accessible immediately upon publication.
• Readers do not pay subscription fees.
• Articles can be accessed, downloaded, and shared without financial barriers.

The APC supports the infrastructure required to maintain this model while ensuring editorial independence and scientific integrity.

2. When Is the APC Charged?

• There is no submission fee.
• APC is charged only after the manuscript has been accepted following peer review.

Payment of the APC does not influence editorial decisions. Acceptance is based solely on scientific merit and editorial evaluation.

3. What the APC Covers

The Article Processing Charge supports:

• Editorial workflow management
• Double-blind peer review administration
• Plagiarism screening and technical evaluation
• Professional copyediting and typesetting
• Online hosting and long-term archiving
• Metadata distribution to indexing databases
• Article formatting for international visibility
• Permanent open-access availability

The APC does not guarantee indexing in any particular database but supports compliance with indexing standards.

4. APC Structure

• The Standard article processing charges are 1229 Euros and these APCs are exclusive of any applicable taxes.

Note: Charges apply only after a manuscript has been accepted for publication following peer review.

5. Institutional and Funder Support

Many research funders and institutions support open-access publication fees. Authors are encouraged to:

• Check grant agreements for APC coverage
• Confirm institutional open-access funding programs
• Coordinate with research offices regarding reimbursement

The journal can provide official invoices and documentation upon request.

6. Payment Process

After manuscript acceptance:

1. An official invoice is issued to the corresponding author.
2. Payment instructions are provided.
3. Accepted payment methods are outlined clearly.

Publication proceeds once payment confirmation is received.

7. Transparency and Ethical Commitment

JADB maintains strict separation between editorial decisions and financial transactions.

• Editors and reviewers are not involved in APC discussions.
• Manuscripts are evaluated purely on scientific quality.
• Financial considerations do not affect acceptance decisions.

This separation ensures the integrity of the peer review process.

8. Refund Policy

APCs are generally non-refundable once production has begun. However, refunds may be considered in exceptional cases such as:

• Administrative error by the journal
• Withdrawal due to ethical or technical issues identified prior to publication

Refund requests must be submitted in writing with supporting justification.

9. Withdrawal Policy

SCICONX Publishing respects authors’ rights to request manuscript withdrawal but emphasizes that such requests should be made responsibly due to the significant time and resources invested by editors, reviewers, and the publishing team. Authors may withdraw their manuscript without penalty before peer review begins. During peer review, a valid reason—such as ethical concerns, duplication, or submission errors—must be provided. Post-acceptance withdrawal is strongly discouraged, and submitting the same manuscript to another journal without proper justification is considered unethical and may be reported. To offset editorial and processing efforts, a withdrawal fee equivalent to 40% of the Article Processing Charge (APC) may be applied for requests made after peer review starts. The Editorial Office retains the right to approve or decline withdrawal requests, particularly in cases of suspected misconduct or duplication. SCICONX encourages authors to thoroughly evaluate the journal’s scope and policies prior to submission to minimize unnecessary withdrawal requests, ensuring a smooth and ethical publishing process.

For APC-related queries or special requests, please contact us at: editorialoffice@sciconx.org

10. No Hidden Charges

The journal does not impose additional mandatory fees for:

• Color figures
• Supplementary materials
• Word count within reasonable limits
• Online hosting

Any optional services, if offered, will be clearly stated in advance.

11. Commitment to Value and Sustainability

The APC model ensures:

• Sustainable journal operations
• Maintenance of publication standards
• Global accessibility of research
• Long-term digital preservation

JADB remains committed to balancing affordability with high-quality publishing services.

12. Contact for APC Queries

For questions regarding:

• APC rates
• Payment procedures
• Institutional invoicing

Authors may contact the journal’s finance or editorial support office via the official contact email listed on the website.

Supporting Global Access to Diabetes Research

Through its transparent APC policy, the SCICONX Journal of Advances in Diabetes Biology (JADB) aims to promote inclusive, accessible, and ethically managed scholarly publishing, ensuring that important advances in diabetes biology reach the widest possible audience.