Video: Why Should You Publish in Open Access Journals?

Open Access Publishing matters more than ever. And as researchers, here’s what you should know. This video explains how publishing in open access journals can be a way for your research to create impact in simple, practical terms. See how it benefits you and what challenges still exist in the publishing world.

Key takeaways from the video:

• The role of open access in making science more inclusive and globally available.
• Why subscription-based journals limit access for many researchers, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
• How open access helps widen your audience reach and boosts the visibility and impact of your work.
• The downside: rising article processing charges (APCs) and why they can be a barrier.
• The growing push for Diamond Open Access (no APCs) led by Coalition S and EU funding bodies.
• The importance of equitable publishing models and how funders and institutions can support this.

“Researchers already do the hard work—writing, editing, and reviewing—so asking them to pay high fees just to publish feels unfair!” That’s one of the core messages in this video. But guess what? Alternatives are growing!

• New financial models are used to support Diamond Open Access.
• MDPI’s peer review voucher system reduces APC costs for reviewers.
• The concept of Open Peer Review improves transparency.

If you are preparing to submit your manuscript or looking for the right journal, this video gives you the lowdown on what open access really means—for your research, your funding, and your future publishing strategy.

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