Open Access Policy

By adopting the principles of open access, The Journal of High Frequency Communication Technologies fosters a scholarly environment where researchers, regardless of geographical location or economic standing, can freely access cutting-edge academic material without the constraints of membership costs or compliance with copyright and license limitations. This commitment to open access not only benefits end users, including students, researchers, and policy makers but also contributes to the global dissemination of knowledge.

The journal's endorsement of open-access publishing is underpinned by specific guidelines:

  • The author(s) are provided a free, irrevocable, and worldwide right of access, accompanied by a license that allows users to copy, use, distribute, transmit, and publicly display the work. Additionally, users have the privilege to create and distribute derivative works in any digital medium for any lawful purpose, provided due credit is given to the author(s). 

  • The journal ensures the preservation and accessibility of published works by submitting a complete copy, along with all supplemental materials, to at least one reputable online repository. These repositories, supported by academic institutions, scholarly societies, government agencies, or other reputable organizations, share the goal of enabling open access, unrestricted distribution, interoperability, and long-term archiving. 

  • The Journal of High-Frequency Communication Technologies, contribute to the sustainability of scholarly dissemination by avoiding subscription fees, royalty payments and other costs associated with traditional paper-copy production, physical storage, and the distribution of digitalized copies.

In essence, the journal's support for open access not only aligns with the global movement toward open scholarship but also positions itself as a catalyst for advancing the accessibility, affordability, and sustainability of scholarly information on a worldwide scale.