You spent years generating the data. You fought for the R01. So why does the final step—sharing your discovery—cost as much as a new heavy-duty centrifuge?
We have entered the era of “Sticker Shock,” where Article Processing Charges (APCs) are draining research budgets dry. With new NIH fee caps looming, many scientists feel trapped between two bad options: pay exorbitant fees to stay in high-impact journals, or save money and vanish into obscurity.
But there is a third option.
This article reveals the strategic interventions that publishers don’t advertise. From the underutilized power of “Rights Retention” to the art of negotiating waivers without shame, we break down exactly how to navigate this new landscape. Learn how to protect your budget and your impact factor simultaneously.
Read the full strategy guide to reclaim your scientific sovereignty