Open Access Policy

Open Access Policy for the Central Asia Science and Business Review (CASBR)

The Central Asia Science and Business Review (CASBR) is dedicated to promoting the free and widespread dissemination of academic research through its open-access policy. This commitment underscores our mission to enhance the accessibility, visibility, and impact of scholarly work.

Unrestricted Access:

  • Under the open-access model, all articles published in CASBR are freely accessible to anyone with internet access, with no subscription fees or paywalls.
  • This policy allows researchers, educators, students, and policymakers worldwide to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles, fostering a global exchange of knowledge.

Benefits of Open Access:

  • Increased Visibility: Open-access articles are accessible to a broader audience, potentially increasing the visibility and citation of published research.
  • Greater Impact: By removing barriers to access, research findings can reach practitioners, policymakers, and professionals who can apply this knowledge effectively.
  • Enhanced Collaboration: Open access supports interdisciplinary and cross-border collaboration among scientists and researchers.

Author Rights:

  • Authors publishing in CASBR retain the rights to their work and are encouraged to share their articles widely, contributing to the dissemination of their research findings.

Archiving and Preservation:

  • Articles published in CASBR are digitally archived to ensure their long-term availability and preservation for future generations.

Compliance with Funding Requirements:

  • CASBR's open-access policy aligns with the mandates of many funding agencies, enabling authors to meet the open-access requirements of their research grants.

Quality Assurance:

  • While ensuring free access, CASBR upholds rigorous peer review and editorial standards to maintain the quality and integrity of published research. Open access does not compromise the journal's commitment to high academic standards.

Licensing:

  • Articles published in CASBR are typically licensed under a Creative Commons License (CC BY), providing clear guidelines for how the work can be used, shared, and cited by others.

The open-access policy of CASBR reflects our dedication to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting its free dissemination for the benefit of society. We believe that open-access publishing is essential to fostering innovation, education, and a more informed global community.