Open Access Policy
All articles published by GIMS journals follow a gold open access publishing model, ensuring that all published research is freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication. This model supports the unrestricted dissemination of knowledge in Computer Science, Engineering, and related interdisciplinary fields, allowing researchers, practitioners, educators, and the general public to access, read, download, and cite scholarly work without subscription barriers.
At the present stage, GIMS journals do not charge any Article Processing Charges (APCs) for manuscript submission, peer review, or publication. The complete publication process is currently supported by institutional resources and academic collaborations as part of GIMS’s commitment to advancing global scientific research and encouraging contributions from researchers worldwide, particularly early-career scholars and researchers from underrepresented regions.
The current funding model is sustained through institutional support and collaborative academic initiatives, while maintaining rigorous peer-review standards, high editorial quality, and strong ethical publishing practices. Any future modifications regarding APCs or funding policies will be communicated clearly and transparently to authors in advance.
Funding of APCs and BPCs
Many research funding agencies, universities, and academic institutions permit the use of research grants to support Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Book Processing Charges (BPCs) for open access publishing. Authors seeking further information regarding APC or BPC funding opportunities are encouraged to contact the Editorial Office.
Discounts and Waivers
Waivers or discounts on APCs may be granted at the discretion of the publisher and should be discussed with the Editorial Office during manuscript submission. Editorial decisions are made independently of an author’s financial capability, and all submissions are evaluated solely on the basis of scientific quality, originality, and technical merit.
GIMS may also provide discount vouchers or publication support programs for selected reviewers, academic collaborators, and affiliated institutions. Authors associated with participating universities or academic partnerships may receive publication discounts in accordance with institutional agreements and journal policies.
Benefits of Open Access for Authors and Readers
The open access publishing model offers several important benefits to both authors and readers, including:
- Free and unrestricted access to published research without subscription or paywall barriers.
- Immediate online availability of articles upon publication without embargo periods.
- Greater visibility, accessibility, and citation potential for published research.
- Authors retain copyright ownership of their work.
- Permission for reuse and distribution under applicable open access licensing policies, provided proper attribution is given.
- Enhanced global dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge.
Digital Preservation and Archiving
To ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of published research, GIMS maintains permanent digital archiving and preservation of journal content through recognized repositories, institutional archives, and indexing databases where applicable.
For record-keeping and editorial integrity, GIMS retains copies of submitted manuscripts and related supporting files during the editorial process. For manuscripts that are rejected or withdrawn, authors may request the removal of submitted files in accordance with journal data management and privacy policies.
