Overview

Science Publishing Group (SciencePG) is a publisher of scholarly open access journals, upholding a peer-reviewed, rapid, and rigorous manuscript handling and editorial process.

As one of the advocates of open access, we strongly believe in the power of knowledge dissemination. We provide comprehensive resources and guidance to facilitate a smooth and successful publication journey. From manuscript submission to post-acceptance processes, our dedicated team is here to guide you at every stage.

By choosing SciencePG, your research gains broader visibility and impact, reaching a global audience of scholars and professionals.

Publish an Article with SciencePG

Publish with SciencePG and Benefit from:

• An easy-to-use manuscript submission system, without manuscript formatting requirements.
• High editorial standards, ensuring all published manuscripts undergo an in-depth peer review process.
• Quick, efficient publication with full transparency on all publishing metrics and turnaround times.
• Increased impact, reach, and visibility of your research through open access.
• Retention of all ownership and copyright of your published research.

If you plan to submit an article to one of our journals, or have any questions during the publication process, this section will guide you through manuscript submission, production and the services you can expect after your article’s publication.

1. Find a Journal
2. Prepare Your Manuscript
3. Submission and Peer Review
4. Production
5. Share & Promote

Publishing Policies

Copyright and Licensing

Articles published by SciencePG journals are under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, allowing users to copy, distribute, and adapt articles — including commercial use — as long as proper attribution is given.

Authors retain copyright. SciencePG is granted license to publish, and third parties may freely use the article with attribution to the original source.

Peer Review Policy

All manuscripts undergo editorial screening followed by peer review from at least two independent reviewers. Final decisions are made by the handling editor based on reviewer feedback.

Reviewer and author identities are kept confidential. This process ensures integrity, transparency, and quality in scholarly publishing.

Ethical Guidelines for Authors

Authors must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Accurate Presentation: Report findings truthfully and objectively.
• Authorship: List only those who made significant contributions.
• Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts at submission.
• Data Integrity: Provide replicable methods and raw data unless restricted.
• Simultaneous Submission: Do not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal.
• Originality: No plagiarism or duplicate publication.
• Permissions: Obtain rights for any reused materials.
• Error Correction: Report post-publication issues promptly.
• Use of AI: Disclose any use of AI tools in the research or writing process.

Violations may lead to rejection or retraction as per SciencePG’s editorial policies.

Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Funding

What are Article Processing Charges?

SciencePG operates under a fully open access model. APCs fund peer review, editorial services, article production, web systems, marketing, and customer support.

Journal Article Processing Charges

APCs vary by journal. See each journal’s page for exact fees.

Discounts and Waivers

Automatic discounts are applied for authors from low/lower-middle income countries (World Bank list). Waivers may be granted based on quality and financial need.

Conditions for Additional Charges

Articles longer than 25 pages incur an additional charge of $50 per page beyond the limit.

Who Pays the APC?

The corresponding author, institution, or funder typically handles APC payment upon acceptance.

When and How to Pay

Once accepted, the author arranges payment via:

• PayPal
• Debit or Credit Card
• Wire Transfer
• Alipay

Funding of Open Access Articles

Institutions and funders worldwide are adopting Open Access mandates. Learn more at ROARMAP.

ORCID

What is ORCID?

ORCID provides a unique digital researcher ID. It ensures correct attribution of your scholarly work, even if your name appears differently across publications.

Why Should You Use ORCID?

With over 4.5 million active iDs, ORCID is widely adopted by publishers, funders, and institutions. It links your work (articles, datasets, patents) to your ID for proper recognition.

How to Get an ORCID iD

Visit orcid.org and register for free.

Building Your ORCID Record

Your affiliated institutions can populate your ORCID record. You can also track peer reviews and link all scholarly contributions. For guidance, see this guide.