Open Access Statement

Committed to Global Accessibility and Knowledge Sharing

The Journal of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine (JCCM) is an open-access journal, dedicated to the unrestricted dissemination of cutting-edge research in cardiology and cardiovascular sciences. We believe that scientific knowledge should be freely available to researchers, clinicians, healthcare professionals, and the global scientific community without financial or legal barriers.

All articles published in JCCM are made available under an open-access model, ensuring that readers worldwide can access and utilize the latest research findings without any subscription or paywall restrictions.

Open Access and Creative Commons Licensing

JCCM follows the principles of Creative Commons licensing to promote knowledge sharing while maintaining proper attribution to authors. All published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows:

  • Unrestricted access: Readers can view, download, and share research freely.
  • Adaptation and reuse: Research findings can be used for educational and research purposes with proper citation.
  • Author rights protection: Authors retain full ownership of their work while allowing its widespread use.

Why Choose Open Access?

By publishing under an open-access model, JCCM ensures that research reaches a broader audience, leading to:

  • Increased Visibility: Research findings are widely accessible, improving global recognition.
  • Higher Citation Rates: Open-access articles tend to receive more citations and engagement.
  • Collaboration and Innovation: Free access promotes scientific collaboration across disciplines.
  • Public and Clinical Impact: Medical professionals and policymakers can access the latest research to enhance patient care.

Article Processing Charges and Funding Transparency

To support the open-access publishing model, JCCM applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts. This fee covers editorial processing, peer review management, digital hosting, and long-term archiving. However, we are committed to supporting researchers by offering:

  • Waivers and Discounts: Available for authors from low-income countries or those with limited funding.
  • Institutional and Grant Support: Many institutions and funding bodies support APC payments for open-access publications.
  • Transparency in Fees: The APC structure is clearly outlined, ensuring fairness.

Indexing and Digital Preservation

All articles published in JCCM are permanently archived and indexed in leading databases, ensuring long-term preservation and accessibility. JCCM partners with:

Join the Open Science Movement

By publishing in JCCM, authors contribute to the advancement of cardiovascular research while embracing the open-science movement. We encourage researchers to take advantage of our open-access platform to maximize the impact of their work.

Experience unrestricted access to cardiovascular research—free, open, and globally available!

For more details, visit our journal website or contact us at assistant-jccm@cardiologymedjournal.com.