Abstract:ObjectiveOpen access (OA) publishing makes research more accessible but is associated with steep article processing charges (APCs). The study objective was to characterize the APCs of OA publishing in otolaryngology‐head and neck surgery (OHNS) journals.MethodsWe conducted a cross‐sectional analysis of published policies of 110 OHNS journals collated from three databases. The primary outcomes were the publishing model, APC for original research, and APC waiver policy.ResultsWe identified 110 OHNS journals (57 … Show more
“…Open access APCs can cost up to thousands of US dollars [4 ▪▪ ]. Most journals charge less than US $6000 for open access publishing [5]; however, Springer charges authors an APC of US $11 390 to publish open access in Nature and 32 other journals [6].…”
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“…Different open access journals have varying waiver policies. Kim and Shrime reported that among 98 otolaryngology – head and neck surgery (OHNS) journals reviewed, waivers were offered by only 33.3% [4 ▪▪ ].…”
Purpose of reviewOpen access articles are more frequently read and cited, and hence promote access to knowledge and new advances in healthcare. Unaffordability of open access article processing charges (APCs) may create a barrier to sharing research. We set out to assess the affordability of APCs and impact on publishing for otolaryngology trainees and otolaryngologists in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Recent findingsA cross-sectional online survey was conducted among otolaryngology trainees and otolaryngologists in LMICs globally. Seventy-nine participants from 21 LMICs participated in the study, with the majority from lower middle-income status (66%). Fifty-four percent were otolaryngology lecturers while 30% were trainees. Eighty-seven percent of participants received a gross monthly salary of less than USD 1500. Fifty-two percent of trainees did not receive a salary. Ninety-one percent and 96% of all study participants believed APCs limit publication in open access journals and influence choice of journal for publication, respectively. Eighty percent and 95% believed APCs hinder career progression and impede sharing of research that influences patient care, respectively.
“…Open access APCs can cost up to thousands of US dollars [4 ▪▪ ]. Most journals charge less than US $6000 for open access publishing [5]; however, Springer charges authors an APC of US $11 390 to publish open access in Nature and 32 other journals [6].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Different open access journals have varying waiver policies. Kim and Shrime reported that among 98 otolaryngology – head and neck surgery (OHNS) journals reviewed, waivers were offered by only 33.3% [4 ▪▪ ].…”
Purpose of reviewOpen access articles are more frequently read and cited, and hence promote access to knowledge and new advances in healthcare. Unaffordability of open access article processing charges (APCs) may create a barrier to sharing research. We set out to assess the affordability of APCs and impact on publishing for otolaryngology trainees and otolaryngologists in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Recent findingsA cross-sectional online survey was conducted among otolaryngology trainees and otolaryngologists in LMICs globally. Seventy-nine participants from 21 LMICs participated in the study, with the majority from lower middle-income status (66%). Fifty-four percent were otolaryngology lecturers while 30% were trainees. Eighty-seven percent of participants received a gross monthly salary of less than USD 1500. Fifty-two percent of trainees did not receive a salary. Ninety-one percent and 96% of all study participants believed APCs limit publication in open access journals and influence choice of journal for publication, respectively. Eighty percent and 95% believed APCs hinder career progression and impede sharing of research that influences patient care, respectively.
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