Expanded Open Access Publishing Support for University of California Authors
Through JMIR Publications’ partnership with the University of California Libraries, eligible authors at all 10 UC campuses can publish open access with reduced or no article processing fees (APCs).
Since 2020, this multi-payer agreement—UC’s first with a fully open access publisher—has enabled affiliated researchers to publish in JMIR’s portfolio of leading digital health journals. The cost-sharing model ensures that authors can focus on publishing impactful research without financial barriers.
Explore our submission process and author instructions to get started. Learn how UC authors can benefit from this agreement, including detailed eligibility information and a step-by-step guide to receiving APC support here.
Flexible, Researcher-Friendly Publishing
This multi-payer agreement—renewed through 2026—demonstrates the University of California’s commitment to open science and author choice.Maximize Your Reach and Impact
As a leading open access publisher, JMIR Publications believes in the transformative power of open science. Our mission is to make your research freely available to everyone, anywhere, with no barriers. When you publish with us:
- Your article is freely available worldwide, immediately upon publication.
- Global reach: Your work is accessible to anyone, including those without a subscription.
- Enhanced quality: Open, transparent, and reproducible practices help improve the overall quality of research.
Choose the Right Journal for Your Research
With over 35 top-rated journals in the digital health and broader health science fields, JMIR offers an ideal platform for your research. Our journals consistently rank highly for impact factors and visibility. Choosing the right journal is key to maximizing the impact of your work.
About the University of California Libraries and the California Digital Library
Individually and collectively, the University of California libraries provide access to the world’s knowledge for the UC campuses and the communities they serve, directly supporting UC’s missions of teaching, research, and public service. The California Digital Library, situated within the UC Office of the President, was founded in 1997 to provide transformative digital library services that amplify the impact of the libraries, scholarship, and resources of the University of California.
About Open Access at the University of California
Open access publishing supports the mission of the University of California by transmitting knowledge more broadly and facilitating new discoveries that build on the university’s research and scholarly work. In 2013 the systemwide faculty Academic Senate endorsed an Open Access Policy that affirmed its commitment to “disseminating its research and scholarship as widely as possible.” Learn more about open access at UC.
About JMIR Publications
JMIR Publications is a leading open access publisher of digital health research and a champion of open science. With a focus on author advocacy and research amplification, JMIR Publications partners with researchers to advance their careers and maximize the impact of their work. As a technology organization with publishing at its core, we provide innovative tools and resources that go beyond traditional publishing, supporting researchers at every step of the dissemination process. Our portfolio features a range of peer-reviewed journals, including the renowned Journal of Medical Internet Research.