Open Access Policy

The Global Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research is committed to promoting the free exchange of knowledge and scientific advancements by providing open access to all published content. Our Open Access Policy ensures that all articles are freely accessible worldwide without subscription or paywall barriers.

1. Open Access Model

Global Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research operates under a fully open-access model:

• Free Access: All articles are immediately available online at no cost. Readers may access, read, download, and share content without subscription or registration.
• No Embargo Period: Articles are accessible immediately upon publication.

2. Licensing Terms

All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

• Unrestricted Use: Users may share, distribute, remix, and adapt the material for any purpose, including commercial use.
• Attribution: Proper credit must be given to the original authors, including a link to the license and indication of modifications if made.

3. Benefits of Open Access

• Global Visibility: Research reaches clinicians, researchers, educators, and policymakers worldwide.
• Increased Citations and Impact: Enhanced discoverability may lead to higher citation rates.
• Knowledge Dissemination: Accelerates scientific communication and clinical application.

4. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To sustain the open-access model, the journal may charge Article Processing Charges (APCs) upon acceptance. There are no submission fees.

• Waivers and Discounts: Available for authors from low-income countries or those with demonstrated financial need.

5. Archiving and Preservation

• Institutional Repositories: Authors are encouraged to deposit published versions in institutional repositories.
• Digital Preservation: Articles are securely archived to ensure long-term accessibility.

6. Copyright and Author Rights

• Author Retention of Rights: Authors retain copyright under the CC BY 4.0 license.
• Publishing Rights: Authors grant the journal the right to publish and distribute the work.

7. Compliance with Open Access Mandates

The journal complies with open-access mandates of funding agencies, academic institutions, and government policies.

8. Ethical Publishing Standards

• Transparency: Clear information on APCs, licensing, and editorial policies.
• Integrity: All manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind peer review.

9. Open Access Advocacy

The Global Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research actively supports the global movement toward unrestricted access to scientific knowledge to advance healthcare and biomedical innovation.

By adopting this Open Access Policy, the journal ensures that valuable clinical research and surgical insights are shared widely and freely for the benefit of the global medical community.