Journal of Skeletal Muscle

Membership

Membership in the Journal of Skeletal Muscle offers researchers, clinicians, and professionals in the field of musculoskeletal science exclusive access to cutting-edge research on muscle physiology, pathology, and therapeutic interventions. Members benefit from early access to peer-reviewed articles, discounted submission and processing fees, and the opportunity to participate in the peer review and editorial processes. Membership also provides professional recognition and a platform to actively contribute to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in muscle health, rehabilitation, and disease treatment.

Individual Researchers, Authors Membership

This program is tailored for professionals actively engaged in research, writing, and scientific exploration. It offers substantial discounts on Article Processing Charges (APCs), unlimited manuscript submissions per year, and a 30% discount on APCs for special issue submissions. Eligibility requires authors to be listed as the primary author or co-author of the submitted manuscript.

Student Membership

Designed to motivate and empower emerging researchers, this membership offers unlimited paper submissions during the active membership period, eligibility to serve as the primary or co-author on published papers, and an official student membership certificate. A brief recommendation letter verifying student status is required for application.

Institutional Membership

Our Institutional Membership is designed for universities, research centers, and academic departments, offering a unified publishing agreement, partial or full APC waivers for a specified number of articles each year, and an official certificate of membership.

• Publishing Access: Manage multiple authors under a single institutional account, simplifying the publication process.
• Discounted Article Processing Charges (APCs): Enjoy reduced APCs, with the possibility of partial or full waivers for a designated number of submissions each year.
• Certificate of Membership: Receive formal recognition with a Certificate of Membership, highlighting the institution's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting scholarly communication.
   

Corporate/Industry Membership

Tailored for private companies, biotech firms, pharmaceutical developers, and healthcare innovators looking to engage with the academic and clinical communities. Membership provides APC discounts for employee-authored publications and an official membership certificate. 

• Discounted Article Processing Charges (APCs): Benefit from reduced APCs for staff-authored publications and research reports, ensuring cost-effective access to peer-reviewed dissemination.
• Corporate Membership Certificate: Receive an official Certificate of Membership, recognizing the organization’s commitment to advancing scientific research and fostering innovation.
   

How to Apply for Membership?

To apply for membership, email your request to [email protected], including the required information and any specific queries or requests regarding membership options.

- Full Name
- Institutional or Corporate Affiliation
- Complete Mailing Address
- Journal(s) of Interest
 

Once all necessary information is received and any doubts are resolved, the membership application will be promptly processed.

Important Points to be Noted

- Membership benefits are valid for the specified duration and must be utilized during the membership term.
- Early renewals receive a 10% discount on renewal fees.
- Late renewals are not eligible for the continuation of previously unused services or discounts.