JPHACI is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by International Journal Press. Open access requires a sustainable funding model. The journal uses a transparent Article Processing Charge (APC) structure to cover editorial workflow, peer review administration, copy-editing, hosting, indexing, and long-term preservation.

APC schedule

Manuscript category	APC (USD)	Notes
Standard research article	USD 0 (launch period)	[PLACEHOLDER: APC waived through inaugural issue]
Review article / systematic review	USD 0 (launch period)	[PLACEHOLDER]
Short communication	USD 0 (launch period)	[PLACEHOLDER]
Editorial / commentary	No charge	By editorial invitation only

Waivers and discounts

Authors from low-income economies, early-career researchers without institutional support, and authors who can demonstrate financial hardship may apply for a full or partial waiver. See Waiver Policy.

What the APC covers

• Editorial workflow management and peer review administration
• Production: copy-editing, typesetting, XML conversion, DOI registration (via Crossref; registration in progress)
• Permanent open-access hosting and long-term digital preservation
• Metadata distribution to indexing services and academic search engines

What is not charged

• No submission fee
• No review fee
• No charge for reading or downloading published articles
• No surcharge for figures, tables, supplementary files, or colour

APC values marked [PLACEHOLDER] reflect launch-period policy; the schedule will be updated and announced in advance of any change.