There are many merits to publishing in open access (OA) journals, despite the potential for high publication costs. Here are some of the merits:

✓ Greater visibility and accessibility of research: OA articles are freely available online to anyone with an internet connection, making research more widely accessible to a global audience.

✓ Increased citation rates: OA articles have been shown to have higher citation rates than articles published in subscription journals, which can increase the impact and visibility of the research.

✓ Compliance with funder and institutional policies: Many funding agencies and institutions require that research be published in OA formats, making it easier to meet these requirements.

✓ Preservation of research: Many OA journals use digital preservation methods to ensure the longevity of research and its accessibility for future generations.

✓ More rapid dissemination: OA articles can be published faster than articles published in subscription journals, which means research can have a quicker impact in the field.

✓ No paywalls or article download fees: Readers are not required to pay to access articles published in OA journals, which can increase the reach and impact of the research.

✓ Greater control over copyrights: OA publishing often allows authors to retain copyright over their work, providing greater control over how the work is used and disseminated.

Regards,

Ajit Singh Thanks for your immense contribution. Well appreciated!!!

See also these related discussions:

https://www.researchgate.net/post/What-is-a-open-access-journal-How-can-we-recognize-it-and-what-are-the-benefits-to-publish-a-journal-in-it

https://www.researchgate.net/post/Open_or_closed_access_journals_What_is_your_take

https://www.researchgate.net/post/Is-open-access-journal-is-better-to-publish

Prof. Wolfgang R. Dick Thanks for the useful links. My best regards!!!