Membership Plans
Enhanced Publishing Benefits for Coronavirus Researchers
Exclusive Benefits: IJCV membership programs offer significant advantages including reduced publication fees, priority editorial consideration, and enhanced author services for dedicated coronavirus researchers.
Membership Tiers
Basic Membership
per year
Up to 2 manuscripts per year
Membership Benefits
- 15% discount on article processing charges
- Priority customer support
- Quarterly newsletter with research updates
- Access to member-only webinars
- Digital membership certificate
Professional Membership
per year
Up to 5 manuscripts per year
Enhanced Benefits
- 25% discount on article processing charges
- Fast-track editorial review (priority queue)
- Dedicated editorial liaison
- Monthly research trend reports
- Free language editing consultation
- Access to peer reviewer network
- Professional development webinars
Institutional Membership
per year
Unlimited manuscripts
Comprehensive Package
- 35% discount on all article processing charges
- Unlimited submissions from institution
- Dedicated institutional account manager
- Custom reporting and analytics
- Institutional branding options
- Bulk submission management
- Training workshops for faculty
- Co-branding opportunities
APC vs. Membership Comparison
? Smart Choice: If you plan to publish 3 or more articles per year, Professional or Institutional membership offers substantial savings and enhanced services.
Membership Benefits Comparison
Additional Member Services
Research Networking
Connect with fellow coronavirus researchers through our exclusive member directory and collaboration platform.
Early Access
Get early access to newly published articles and special issues before general release.
Conference Discounts
Receive discounts on registration fees for coronavirus research conferences and symposiums.
Editorial Opportunities
Priority consideration for editorial board positions and guest editor opportunities.
What Membership Does Not Include
Important Notice: Memberships do not guarantee manuscript acceptance. All submissions undergo standard peer-review procedures in accordance with journal policies. Editorial decisions are based solely on scientific merit and quality, regardless of membership status.
Membership Terms & Conditions
Membership Details
- Duration: All memberships are valid for 12 months from activation date
- Renewal: Automatic renewal with 30-day advance notice and opt-out option
- Transferability: Institutional memberships can be transferred between departments
- Cancellation: 30-day notice required for membership cancellation
- Refund Policy: Full refunds available if membership is cancelled within the first 30 days with no services used. After 30 days or upon service usage, memberships are non-refundable.
- Benefits Activation: All benefits active within 24 hours of payment confirmation
Special Offer: New members joining in their first year receive an additional 10% discount on their first article processing charge, stackable with membership discounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does membership guarantee manuscript acceptance?
No. All manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review regardless of membership status. Acceptance is based solely on scientific merit and quality.
How do I apply my membership discount?
Your membership discount is automatically applied when you submit manuscripts using your registered email address. No additional steps required.
Can I upgrade my membership during the year?
Yes. You can upgrade at any time by paying the difference. Your new benefits will be activated immediately.
What happens if I exceed my manuscript limit?
Additional manuscripts beyond your tier limit will receive the standard non-member APC rate. Consider upgrading for continued benefits.
Is the refund policy pro-rated?
Full refunds are available only within the first 30 days if no membership services have been used. After this period or upon service usage, memberships are non-refundable as stated in our terms.
How does institutional membership work for multiple authors?
Institutional membership covers unlimited submissions from any faculty or researcher affiliated with the subscribing institution. Simply use your institutional email for submissions.
Contact Information
For membership inquiries, custom packages, or institutional arrangements, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
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