At ACOREANA, we are committed to promoting the free exchange of knowledge through an open access publishing model. Our goal is to ensure that the research published in the journal is readily accessible to readers, researchers, and professionals worldwide, without barriers such as paywalls or subscription fees. By adopting this approach, ACOREANA supports the principles of transparency, collaboration, and knowledge dissemination, ensuring that scientific research can reach the broadest possible audience.
Free and Unrestricted Access
All content published in ACOREANA is made freely available to everyone, providing unrestricted access to a global audience. Whether readers are scholars, practitioners, or simply enthusiasts of the natural sciences, archaeology, anthropology, or related fields, they can access all articles without the need for subscriptions or payment.
This open access model ensures that research findings are not limited to those affiliated with well-funded institutions or those who can afford high journal fees. Instead, we believe that knowledge, particularly in the sciences and humanities, should be universally accessible to everyone, regardless of their location or financial means. This accessibility also facilitates the advancement of science, as researchers from around the world can build on each other’s work without restriction.
Creative Commons Licensing
Authors publishing with ACOREANA retain full copyright of their work. In line with our commitment to open access, all articles are published under a Creative Commons license, which allows authors to grant permission for others to share, use, and build upon their work, provided that proper attribution is given.
The use of Creative Commons licenses aligns with our belief in open and collaborative science. It enables authors to retain control of their intellectual property while facilitating the broader use of their research in educational, academic, and practical applications.
Most articles in ACOREANA are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which allows for the maximum dissemination and reuse of the work. This license permits users to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the work, even commercially, as long as they credit the original authors for their contribution. We believe that this type of license best serves the global research community by encouraging the broadest possible use of academic work.
Encouraging Open Data and Reproducibility
In addition to supporting open access for articles, ACOREANA encourages the open sharing of research data. We advocate for authors to publish their underlying datasets in open access repositories wherever possible. By doing so, we help promote transparency and reproducibility in science, two critical pillars of rigorous academic research.
Making research data publicly available not only allows other scholars to validate findings but also encourages secondary analysis, comparison with other datasets, and new insights that can emerge from open collaboration. This data openness fosters innovation and cumulative knowledge, enhancing the overall impact of research published in ACOREANA.
Authors are encouraged to deposit their data in recognized repositories that adhere to the FAIR principles ensuring that the data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. Additionally, ACOREANA supports linking these repositories to the published articles so that readers can easily access the data relevant to the research.
Benefits of Open Access for Authors
By publishing with ACOREANA under an open access model, authors enjoy several key benefits:
- Greater Visibility and Impact: Open access publications are available to a wider audience than traditional, subscription-based journals, which increases the visibility and reach of authors’ work. Studies show that open access articles are often cited more frequently than those behind paywalls, amplifying their impact within the academic community and beyond.
- Global Reach: The open access model ensures that researchers from all parts of the world, including low- and middle-income countries, can access the latest scientific research. This democratization of knowledge helps reduce inequities in academic resources and supports global collaboration across geographic and economic boundaries.
- Author Retained Copyright: Unlike traditional journals where authors often have to transfer copyright to the publisher, ACOREANA’s open access policy allows authors to retain the full rights to their work. This means that authors can share their articles freely, use them in their own teaching or research, and allow others to do the same under the terms of the Creative Commons license.
- Compliance with Funding Requirements: Many research funders, especially those supporting scientific and academic research, require that the results of the research they support be made openly accessible to the public. ACOREANA’s open access model helps authors comply with these funder mandates, ensuring their research remains freely available.
Supporting a Global Knowledge Exchange
ACOREANA’s open access policy is aligned with the broader global movement towards open science. We believe that by making research freely available, we contribute to a more equitable and collaborative academic environment.
The free dissemination of knowledge is particularly important in fields like the natural sciences, archaeology, and anthropology, where new discoveries and theoretical advancements can have far-reaching implications. By eliminating barriers to access, we enable a global exchange of ideas, fostering innovations and collaborations that transcend borders.
Commitment to Quality and Integrity
Despite offering free access to readers, ACOREANA upholds rigorous academic standards. Our editorial and peer review processes ensure that the content we publish meets high standards of quality, accuracy, and integrity. Open access does not compromise the depth and breadth of the research we feature—instead, it enhances the reach and impact of that research.
Authors can trust that their work will be published alongside other high-quality articles and receive the same level of editorial care and scholarly recognition as any journal with a traditional paywall model. ACOREANA remains committed to excellence in academic publishing, while supporting the broader objectives of the open access movement.
Sustainable Open Access Publishing
As an open access journal, ACOREANA relies on a sustainable funding model to cover the costs associated with publishing, such as peer review management, editorial processes, typesetting, and online hosting. While authors are asked to contribute through Article Processing Charges (APCs), we have policies in place to ensure that no author is excluded from publishing due to financial constraints. We offer waivers and discounts to authors from developing regions or those who lack institutional funding support.
By adopting this model, we aim to create a sustainable and equitable system that allows for the continued publication of open access content without compromising the quality or integrity of our journal.