Article Processing Charges

International Journal of Molecular Oncology (IJMO) 

The International Journal of Molecular Oncology (IJMO) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal committed to the wide and unrestricted dissemination of scientific research in molecular oncology and cancer genomics. To support the costs associated with high-quality open-access publishing, the journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) to accepted manuscripts. 

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Purpose of the APC 

The APC covers essential publication services, including: 

  • Editorial management and peer review processing 

  • Manuscript copyediting, typesetting, and formatting 

  • Online hosting and article dissemination 

  • Digital archiving and long-term preservation 

  • Maintenance of open-access availability without subscription fees 

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APC Amount 

  • The APC is charged only after the manuscript has been accepted for publication. 

  • No fees are required at the time of submission or during peer review. 

  • The current APC for publication is [insert APC amount here]. 

Any variations in fees based on article type or special issues will be clearly communicated to authors prior to acceptance. 

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Waivers and Discounts 

The International Journal of Molecular Oncology is committed to supporting equitable access to publication and offers full or partial APC waivers in certain cases, including: 

  • Authors from low-income or lower-middle-income countries 

  • Early-career researchers, students, or unfunded authors 

  • Exceptional cases at the discretion of the editorial office 

Requests for waivers or discounts should be submitted at the time of manuscript submission. 

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Payment Process 

  • APC payments are processed through secure payment methods. 

  • Detailed payment instructions are provided upon manuscript acceptance. 

  • Invoices or receipts are issued upon request. 

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Refund Policy 

  • APCs are non-refundable once an article has been published. 

  • Refunds may be considered only in exceptional circumstances, as determined by the journal. 

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Benefits of Publishing with IJMO 

By paying the APC, authors benefit from: 

  • Immediate open access to their published work 

  • Increased visibility and citation potential 

  • Rigorous peer review and editorial quality control 

  • Permanent archiving and global accessibility 

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Contact Information 

For inquiries regarding APCs, waivers, or payment procedures, authors may contact the editorial office of the International Journal of Molecular Oncology.