Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
General Questions
- Q1: What is ClinMed Nexus?
- ClinMed Nexus: Clinical and Medical Research is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that publishes high-quality research in clinical and medical sciences.
- Q2: Is ClinMed Nexus an open-access journal?
- Yes, all articles are freely accessible to the global research community under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-BY 4.0).
- Q3: How can I contact the editorial office?
- You can reach us at editor@clinmednexus.com for any inquiries.
Manuscript Submission & Review
- Q4: How do I submit a manuscript?
- Manuscripts can be submitted through our online system or via email at submit@clinmednexus.com.
- Q5: What is the peer review process?
- We follow a double-blind peer review process to ensure unbiased evaluation.
- Q6: How long does the review process take?
- Typically 2–4 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and necessary revisions.
- Q7: Can I suggest reviewers for my manuscript?
- Yes, but the final decision is made by the editorial board.
Article Processing Charges & Payments
- Q8: Is there an Article Processing Charge (APC)?
- Yes, an APC applies upon acceptance and varies by article type.
- Q9: Are there any waivers or discounts?
- Yes, we provide waivers for low-income countries and on special request. Contact apc@clinmednexus.com.
- Q10: How can I make a payment?
- Payments can be made via Credit/Debit Card, Bank Transfer, or PayPal.
Indexing & Open Access
- Q11: Is ClinMed Nexus indexed in major databases?
- We are in the process of being indexed in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
- Q12: What license does ClinMed Nexus follow?
- We use the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-BY 4.0).
Ethics & Policies
- Q13: What is your plagiarism policy?
- All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection tools. We maintain a strict anti-plagiarism policy.
- Q14: How do you handle conflicts of interest?
- All involved parties must disclose any potential conflicts of interest at submission or review.
- Q15: What is your policy on duplicate publications?
- Duplicate or overlapping publications are not allowed. Violations may result in retraction.
Membership & Reprints
- Q16: Do you offer membership plans?
- Yes, we offer individual and institutional memberships with exclusive benefits.
- Q17: Can I request printed reprints of my article?
- Yes, printed reprints are available. Contact reprints@clinmednexus.com to order.