At KAUPIA-DARMSTAEDTER BEITRAEGE ZUR NATURGESCHICHTE, we are committed to promoting open access to scholarly research. Our open access policy ensures that all published articles are freely accessible to researchers, practitioners, and the public, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge and fostering greater collaboration within the academic community.
1. Definition of Open Access
Open access refers to the practice of providing unrestricted access to peer-reviewed scholarly research. Our journal allows readers to access articles without any subscription or payment barriers, ensuring that knowledge is accessible to all.
2. Publication Model
- All articles published in KAUPIA-DARMSTAEDTER BEITRAEGE ZUR NATURGESCHICHTE are open access from the date of publication.
- Authors are required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) to cover the costs associated with the publication process.
3. Licensing
All published articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which allows others to share and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors.
4. Benefits of Open Access
- Increased Visibility: Open access articles have a wider readership and are more likely to be cited, enhancing the impact of the authors’ work.
- Greater Accessibility: Research is available to anyone, regardless of institutional affiliation or financial resources.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Open access fosters collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and the public, promoting innovation and knowledge sharing.
5. Archiving Policy
- All articles published in our journal are archived in our databases, ensuring long-term availability and preservation.
6. Author Rights
Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant KAUPIA-DARMSTAEDTER BEITRAEGE ZUR NATURGESCHICHTE the right to publish and distribute their article as open access.
