About Issue 4 of 2023 and Non for Profit Academic Publishing

Abstract

In the Editor-in-Chief's note it discusses the significance of academic publishing in facilitating communication and advancing modern science. It serves as a cornerstone for scholarly exchange of ideas, knowledge dissemination, and transparent competence between innovators. The importance of open access publishing is highlighted, emphasizing its role in democratizing knowledge, fostering transparency, and accelerating scientific progress. It also addresses the challenges of financing open access publications and emphasizes the need for fair compensation for the editorial staff. The note further discusses the models of for-profit and non-profit academic publishing and their respective advantages and drawbacks. It stresses the need for increased support for open access publishing to ensure sustainability, accessibility, and high-quality scholarly communication.