FAQ
Journals
- Which journals does Pro-Metrics publish?
See our Journals page for descriptions, indexing, and submission links.
- Are your journals open access?
Yes, all journals are published in open access under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
- Do journals charge APCs?
Some do, others do not. Example: IJSMC charges an APC only upon acceptance. Details on each journal page.
- How do I submit an article?
Through the submission portal on each journal’s website.
- How do special issues work?
Special issues are managed by Guest Editors under the supervision of the Editor-in-Chief. Open calls are listed on Calls for Papers.
Books
- What types of books do you publish?
Monographs, textbooks, illustrated works, edited volumes, conference proceedings, and abstracts.
- How do I propose a book?
Submit a proposal using our Book Proposal Template or email books@pro-metrics.org.
- Do you charge fees for book publishing?
Yes, transparent fees apply. See Publishing Models & Licensing.
- Are books open access?
Most are, especially digital versions. Print editions are commercialized depending on the publishing model.
- In which languages can I submit?
English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
Edited Volumes & Book Series
- What is a volume editor’s role?
They coordinate peer review and acceptance of chapters. Final decisions are taken by the Series Editor (if part of a series) or supervised by a Collection Editor (if standalone).
- Can I propose an edited volume or book series?
Yes. Contact editorial@pro-metrics.org with your proposal.
- Are chapters in edited volumes open access?
Yes, all chapters are open access. The complete book may also be available in print.
Conference Proceedings & Abstracts
- Do you publish conference proceedings?
Yes, peer-reviewed proceedings with DOIs and professional metadata.
- Can proceedings be proposed before or after a conference?
Both. Before the event, we can host submissions and peer review; after the event, evidence of peer review must be provided.
- What templates should be used?
Conference Proceedings Template and Abstract Volume Template (see For Authors).
- Are proceedings archived and indexed?
Yes, archived in CLOCKSS/LOCKSS and the National Library of Estonia.
Editorial Process & Peer Review
- What are the main steps from submission to publication?
Submission → Initial checks (scope, ethics, plagiarism, format) → Double-blind peer review → Editorial decision → Agreement & APC (if applicable) → Production → Archiving & dissemination → Indexing & promotion.
- Who makes final editorial decisions?
Editors-in-Chief for journals; Series Editors or Collection Editors for books.
- What peer review model is used?
Double-blind by default.
- How long does review take?
Varies by project; we aim for transparency and timely communication.
Open Access, Licensing & Copyright
- What license do you use?
CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 for journals, book chapters, and OA books. Other CC licenses may apply in co-published editions.
- Who owns copyright?
Authors retain copyright of articles and chapters; Pro-Metrics holds rights to complete works (e.g., series volumes) for distribution.
- Do you support institutional or sponsored editions?
Yes. Co-branded and sponsored models are available.
Fees, Payments & VAT
- Do you offer discounts?
Yes, e.g., 15% discount for reviewers. Waivers may apply for authors from low-income countries.
- Do VAT rules apply?
Yes, 24% VAT applies to EU individuals and entities without valid VAT.
- In which currency are fees charged?
All fees are listed in EUR; USD equivalents are provided for reference.
Ethics, Data & Misconduct
- Which ethical framework do you follow?
COPE Core Practices.
- What counts as misconduct?
Plagiarism, falsification, duplicate publication, unethical authorship, undisclosed conflicts.
- How is misconduct handled?
Cases are investigated; corrections or retractions are issued when needed.
- Do you require data sharing?
We encourage open data when possible, with a data availability statement.
- What about human/animal studies?
Require informed consent, ethics approvals, anonymization, and compliance with relevant standards.
- Can authors use AI tools?
Yes, for editing or visualization, but not for generating content. AI use must be declared.
Visibility, Indexing & Distribution
- Where are your works indexed?
Journals and books are indexed in major repositories, databases, and aggregators (see each journal or series page).
- Do you assign DOIs?
Yes, for journal articles, book chapters, and books.
- How are works preserved?
Through CLOCKSS/LOCKSS, legal deposit, and institutional repositories.
- How are books distributed?
Through our Bookstore, Amazon KDP, Kobo, eLibro, and other channels.
Community & Careers
- Can I join as a reviewer or editor?
Yes, see For Reviewers or For Editors for details.
- Do you have vacancies?
See Careers for open positions.
- Do you issue reviewer certificates?
Yes, recognition is given to active reviewers.
Contact
Editorial matters → editorial@pro-metrics.org
Books → books@pro-metrics.org
Libraries & retailers → sales@pro-metrics.org
Careers → editorial@pro-metrics.org
General inquiries → info@pro-metrics.org
Or use our Contact Form.