International Journal of Glaucoma

Membership

International Journal of Glaucoma offers a membership program designed to cultivate a dynamic community of researchers, and enthusiasts dedicated to the advancement of Glaucoma. As a member, you will gain exclusive access to the latest research, valuable networking opportunities, and a platform to share your knowledge and expertise. Our membership provides essential resources to support your professional growth and contribute to the broader botanical community.

Individual Researchers, Authors Membership

Our Individual Membership is tailored for researchers, academics, and independent authors who are actively contributing to the field. By joining, you can take advantage of a range of benefits designed to support your publishing efforts, including discounts or waivers on Article Processing Charges (APCs). These benefits help reduce the cost of publishing your research and provide faster manuscript processing along with access to language editing services.

• APC Discounts & Waivers: Significant discounts or full waivers on Article Processing Charges for all submissions, including a 30% discount for special issue submissions.
• Unlimited Submissions: Submit an unlimited number of manuscripts each year, excluding special issues.
• Membership Certificate: A personalized certificate acknowledging your membership and contributions to the field.
• Eligibility for APC Waiver: To qualify for the APC waiver, you must be listed as an author or co-author of the submitted manuscript.
   

Student Membership

The Student Membership program is designed to support aspiring students involved in academic or scientific research. As a student member, you will have the opportunity to publish an unlimited number of papers in our esteemed journals throughout your membership period. This membership provides hands-on experience in scholarly publishing and enhances your academic profile.

• Unlimited Submissions: Publish an unlimited number of articles during the membership term (excluding special issues).
• Publishing Experience: Serve as the author or co-author and gain invaluable exposure to academic publishing.
• Membership Certificate: Receive a personalized certificate to acknowledge your participation.
• Eligibility: To join, students must submit a recommendation letter from their department head, group leader, or supervisor.
   

Institutional Membership

Our Institutional Membership is ideal for academic institutions, universities, and research labs. It offers the convenience of allowing multiple authors from your institution to publish under a single membership, streamlining administrative processes. Institutions also benefit from exclusive discounts, which help optimize their publishing budget while maximizing the dissemination of their research.

• Exclusive Discounts: Special discounts on APCs for additional submissions.
• Certificate of Membership: Institutions receive a certificate recognizing their contributions to the field.
   

Corporate/Industry Membership

The Corporate/Industry Membership is designed for private companies, biotech firms, pharmaceutical organizations, and other commercial entities involved in research and innovation. This membership fosters strategic collaboration between industry and academia by allowing companies to publish their research findings and case studies in peer-reviewed journals. Corporate members also benefit from discounted or waived APCs for their employees and may be invited to contribute to special issues or collaborate on industry-focused editorials.

• APC Discounts/Waivers: Companies enjoy waived or discounted Article Processing Charges for their employees' publications.
• Industry Collaborations: Opportunities to contribute to special issues and collaborate on editorials focused on industry trends.
• Corporate Recognition: Receive a certificate of membership to acknowledge the company’s contributions.
   

How to Apply

To apply for membership, please select the appropriate membership plan and send an email to [email protected] with the following details:

• Full name
• Institutional affiliation (if applicable)
• Complete mailing address
• Journal(s) of interest

If you have any questions or specific requests regarding membership options, please feel free to include them in your application. Once we receive your application and address any queries, we will promptly review and process your membership.
 

Important Points to be Noted

• Make sure to use all your membership benefits within the designated validity period. Unused entitlements cannot be carried forward unless explicitly stated.
• To avoid any disruption in services, we recommend renewing your membership before the expiration date.
• Existing members are eligible for a 10% discount on membership renewal fees if renewed before the current agreement expires.
• Renewals submitted after the expiration date will not be eligible for the continuation of unused services.