Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Scribeia is an independent scholarly publisher built on a Zero Article Processing Charge model, ethical review standards, and intelligent automation. Authors publish free. Readers access free.
About Scribeia
About What is Scribeia?
Scribeia is an independent scholarly publishing platform dedicated to open, ethical, and technology-enabled research dissemination. It hosts peer-reviewed journals across scientific, technical, and interdisciplinary domains, combining academic rigor with digital innovation.
About What does the name “Scribeia” mean?
The name merges Scribe, the tradition of knowledge creation and preservation, with IA, Intelligent Automation and Artificial Intelligence. It reflects our mission to unite human intellect with intelligent systems to enhance the global exchange of knowledge.
About What makes Scribeia different from other publishers?
Scribeia is built on a Zero Article Processing Charge (APC) policy. There are no fees for submission, peer review, publication, or open access. Our operations are sustained by a volunteer editorial community, AI-assisted publishing tools, and optional author support services. This model removes financial barriers for authors and readers and keeps quality and integrity at the center of publishing.
About Is Scribeia affiliated with any university or organization?
No. Scribeia operates as an independent publisher, collaborating with universities, research institutes, and professional societies through editorial partnerships, special issues, and thematic initiatives.
For Readers
Readers Are Scribeia journals open access?
Yes. All journals are fully open access, ensuring that research is free to read, share, and cite under responsible open licenses.
Readers How can I stay updated on new publications?
Subscribe to journal alerts, follow Scribeia announcements, or connect with us on professional networks for news about new issues, calls for papers, and featured research.
Readers How are articles indexed?
Scribeia works with leading indexing and archiving services to ensure visibility and discoverability. Each journal lists its current and upcoming indexing databases on its homepage.
Policies and Ethics
Policy What is Scribeia’s policy on plagiarism?
Every manuscript is screened with plagiarism detection tools. Papers with significant overlap or uncredited material are returned for correction or rejected. Originality is a core principle of ethical scholarship.
Policy How does Scribeia ensure research integrity?
We require ethical declarations, conflict-of-interest disclosures, data-sharing statements, and where appropriate reproducibility materials. Our workflows are transparent and traceable.
Policy What is your stance on AI-assisted writing and data generation?
We support the ethical use of AI in research and writing. Authors must disclose any AI tools used and remain fully accountable for the content. Human authorship and responsibility are paramount.
For Authors
Authors How do I submit a manuscript?
Submit through the online system on each journal’s site. Author guidelines and templates are provided per journal. If you need assistance, optional services like formatting and language editing are available and separate from editorial decisions.
Authors What types of manuscripts do you accept?
We welcome original research articles, review papers, technical notes, short communications, and invited editorials, depending on journal scope.
Authors What is your Article Processing Charge (APC)?
Scribeia operates under a Zero APC policy. There are no fees at any stage of publication. Every accepted article is freely accessible worldwide.
Authors How do you meet your operating expenses?
We sustain operations through the support of our volunteer editorial and technical team, the efficient use of AI tools, and optional author support services such as manuscript formatting, English language editing, and research assistance. These services are optional and do not affect editorial decisions.
Authors How is peer review conducted?
All submissions undergo double-blind peer review by subject experts who follow ethical review standards. The process ensures fairness, transparency, and academic quality.
Authors How long does the review process take?
The initial editorial decision is typically communicated within four to six weeks, depending on reviewer availability and submission volume.
For Editors and Reviewers
Editors How can I become a reviewer or editorial board member?
Qualified researchers and professionals can apply via the “Join as Editor/Reviewer” page. Selection is based on academic credentials, publication history, and alignment with journal scope.
Editors What ethical standards do editors and reviewers follow?
Scribeia adheres to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) principles. Editors and reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality, avoid conflicts of interest, and uphold impartiality in all decisions.