Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions & Answers About Our Publishing Process
Welcome to the FAQs page of Research Publishing (HRPUB). Here you can find answers to the most common questions asked by our authors, reviewers, and readers regarding manuscript submissions, peer-review timelines, and open-access policies.
Submission & Peer Review
Q: How can I submit my research manuscript to HRPUB?
Manuscripts must be submitted electronically through our unified online processing channel. Please visit the Online Submission portal to create an account and upload your files.
Q: How long does the peer-review process typically take?
HRPUB is committed to a streamlined and fast publishing model. The Double-Blind peer-review process generally takes between 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the availability of expert international reviewers in your specific academic discipline.
Q: Can I submit a manuscript that has been published elsewhere?
No. We only accept original manuscripts that have not been previously published or are currently under consideration by any other journal or conference proceedings.
Open Access & Processing Charges
Q: What is the publishing model utilized by HRPUB?
All our journals operate under the Open Access model. This means that once an article is published, it is permanently and freely available online for anyone to read, download, distribute, and cite instantly without any subscription barriers.
Q: Does HRPUB levy Article Processing Charges (APCs)?
Yes, as an open-access publisher, we do not receive subscription fees. To cover operational expenses, editorial management, web hosting, and global dissemination, an Article Processing Charge is levied upon the acceptance of a paper. For specific fees, please consult our dedicated charges policy section.
Formatting & Publication Ethics
Q: Where can I download the paper template and styling guide?
Detailed structural formats, citation guidelines, and downloadable manuscript templates are readily available on our Author Guidelines page.
Q: How does HRPUB deal with cases of plagiarism?
HRPUB strictly complies with international publication ethics standards. All incoming manuscripts are rigorously checked using professional anti-plagiarism screening software before being handed over to the editorial board. Any manuscript found containing academic misconduct will be immediately rejected.
Still have questions? If your query is not answered here, please don't hesitate to reach out directly to our global editorial support office through our official contact page.