1. Overview
The International Journal of Next-Generation Engineering and Technology (IJNGET) is committed to promoting open access to scientific research. Our Open Access Policy ensures that all articles published in the journal are freely accessible to the public, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge and encouraging further research and innovation.
2. Open Access Model
All articles published in IJNGET are available under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which allows users to:
- Share: Copy and distribute the material in any medium or format.
- Adapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
3. Publication Fees
To support the open access publishing model, authors may be required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC). The fees will be clearly outlined on the journal's website. Waivers or discounts may be available for authors from low-income countries or in cases of financial hardship.
4. Archiving and Self-Archiving
Authors are permitted to self-archive their articles in institutional repositories and personal websites. The published version can be shared only if the journal's acknowledgment is provided and the Creative Commons license is applied.
5. Licensing
All published articles are identified by a unique DOI (Digital Object Identifier) to ensure proper attribution and discoverability. Authors retain the copyright of their articles while granting IJNGET the right to publish and disseminate their work under the terms of the CC BY license.
6. Repository Policy
The journal encourages authors to deposit their work in publicly available repositories. This practice enhances visibility and impact while allowing continued access to research findings.
7. Policies on Data Sharing and Research Transparency
Authors are encouraged to share the underlying data, materials, and methods related to their research to foster transparency and reproducibility. Compliance with relevant data sharing policies is expected.
8. Review Process
All articles will undergo rigorous peer review to ensure high scholarly standards. The peer review process will be transparent, ensuring that articles are evaluated based on their quality and contribution to the field.
9. Compliance With Open Access Mandates
IJNGET adheres to the principles and practices of open access publishing in compliance with mandates from funding agencies and institutions that require public access to research outputs.
10. Contact Information
For questions or clarifications regarding our Open Access Policy, please contact us at:- editor@aimjournals.com