International Journal of Hydrocarbons

Membership

International Journal of Hydrocarbons membership is designed to support researchers, institutions, and professionals engaged in hydrocarbon science and related fields. Membership provides a range of exclusive advantages, including publication support, discounted Article Processing Charges (APCs), and increased visibility within the global scientific community. By joining, members contribute to the advancement of open-access research and foster collaboration across academia and industry.

Individual Researchers, Authors Membership

International Journal of Hydrocarbons provides numerous benefits for individual researchers and authors. Journal offers impressive APC (Article Processing Charge) discounts, making the publication of research more affordable. Additionally, we prioritize acknowledging the contributions of individual researchers and authors by providing platforms to showcase their expertise and achievements. 

• To qualify for the waiver, you must be an author or co-author of the submitted manuscript.
• Journal Provides a membership certificate upon the registration.
• Authors can submit an unlimited number of manuscripts annually, except for special issues.
• A 30% discount is available for the special issue article processing charge (APC).
   

Student Membership

Our Student Membership program aims to provide support and motivation to students involved in research projects. To join, students need to submit a short letter of recommendation from their department head, group leader, or supervisor at the time of application. Once accepted, students will publish an unlimited number of papers in any of our esteemed journals with a period of membership. As members, students can act as the author or co-author of the articles they submit, gaining valuable experience in academic publishing. Furthermore, they will receive a membership certificate and benefit from discounts. This membership presents an outstanding opportunity for students to present their research and make a meaningful contribution to the scientific community. 
 

Institutional Membership

Institutional Membership is designed to support universities, research institutions, and academic departments in advancing their scholarly publishing initiatives. This membership model enables multiple affiliated authors to publish under a single institutional agreement, promoting a collaborative and cost-effective approach to open-access dissemination.

Member institutions are entitled to benefits such as partial or full waivers on Article Processing Charges (APCs) for a specified number of publications annually. By joining as an institutional member, organizations reinforce their commitment to academic excellence and open-access publishing, while providing valuable support to their affiliated authors.​ Additionally, we provide a certificate of membership to acknowledge and honor our members' contributions to the scientific community.
 

Corporate/Industry Membership

Companies operating in relevant fields can capitalize on our publishing house to enhance their brand exposure and foster research collaborations. By partnering with us, corporate entities can showcase their expertise and thought leadership, positioning themselves as industry leaders. Additionally, we offer APC discounts for staff publications, enabling companies to support their employees' research endeavors while benefiting from cost-effective publishing solutions.​ Additionally, we provide a certificate of membership to acknowledge and honor our members' contributions to the scientific community.
 

How to Apply

To apply for membership, please select the appropriate membership plan and send an email to membership@openaccesspub.org with the following details:

• Full name
• Institutional affiliation
• Complete mailing address
• The journal(s) of interest

Researchers are welcome to include any additional questions or specific requests related to the membership options. Once all required information is received and any uncertainties have been clarified, the membership application will be processed promptly. For those seeking an extended membership period or tailored arrangements, kindly reach out to discuss available options.

Important Points to be Noted

• Utilize exclusive membership services within the designated validity period. Unused entitlements cannot be carried forward unless explicitly stated.
• Extend membership prior to expiration, subject to applicable terms and conditions. Early renewal is encouraged for uninterrupted benefits.
• The journal provides a 20% waiver on membership renewal fees as an incentive for existing members to continue their association with the journal publishing house. This waiver is applicable when the membership is renewed before the expiration date of the current agreement.
• Renewals submitted after the deadline will not be eligible for the continuation of unused services.