Open Access Policy
The Journal of Novel Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (JNPR) follows a Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all published content is immediately, freely, and permanently accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world. Our open access policy aligns with global standards set by the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI), the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), and the Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association (OASPA).
Key Principles
- Free Access: Readers can access, download, share, and cite all articles without subscription or paywall barriers.
- Author Rights: Authors retain copyright and publish under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY) license.
- Transparency: Clear information is provided on copyright, licensing, APCs, and waiver policies.
- Ethical Standards: Compliance with COPE, ICMJE, WAME, and other best practice guidelines.
Licensing
All JNPR articles are licensed under the CC BY 4.0 License, allowing unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. This maximizes the dissemination and impact of rehabilitation research worldwide.
Archiving and Preservation
To ensure perpetual access, JNPR content is archived through:
- Portico for long-term preservation
- LOCKSS and PKP Preservation Network (PN) for distributed archiving
- Self-archiving in institutional or subject repositories by authors
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
To support its open access model, JNPR charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts. APCs cover peer review, production, hosting, indexing, and preservation. Waivers and discounts are available for authors from low-income regions.
Compliance with Funder Mandates
JNPR’s open access model complies with requirements from major funding agencies, including Plan S, the NIH Public Access Policy, and the Wellcome Trust Open Access Policy. Articles are deposited in indexing databases and repositories to meet these mandates.
Benefits of Our Open Access Policy
- Increased global readership and citation opportunities
- Accelerated scientific progress by removing access barriers
- Knowledge equity for researchers and practitioners in low-resource settings
- Enhanced visibility for authors via open repositories and indexing services
Self-Archiving Policy
Authors are encouraged to deposit both preprints and postprints in institutional or subject repositories. When archiving the published version, authors must include the DOI link to the final article on the JNPR website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does open access affect quality control?
No. All manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind peer review regardless of the open access model.
Can authors share their published work freely?
Yes. Under CC BY 4.0, authors and readers are free to share and adapt the content, with proper attribution.
Does JNPR comply with Plan S?
Yes. JNPR is aligned with Plan S principles and ensures compliance with international open access funding mandates.
Are APC waivers available?
Yes. Waivers and discounts are available for authors who lack sufficient funding, particularly from low- and middle-income countries.