Business Model and Editorial Governance
The Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation operates under a non-commercial, institutionally funded model, generously supported by Ziauddin University. This financial backing ensures the journal's editorial independence, allowing for unbiased decision-making processes. Notably, Ziauddin University's funding commitment guarantees that editorial content, peer review outcomes, and publishing decisions remain free from institutional influence.
Key Features of the Business Model
1) Author-Friendly Policy: The Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation waives all submission, processing, and publication fees for authors, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder the dissemination of research findings.
2) Open Access: All published articles are made freely available to readers worldwide, without subscription or registration requirements, and without embargo periods, promoting widespread access to knowledge.
3) Institutional Funding: Ziauddin University provides comprehensive financial support for the journal's operational expenses, including editorial management, peer review coordination, website hosting, digital archiving, and journal layout, ensuring the journal's sustainability and independence.
4) No Commercial Revenue Streams: The Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation refrains from generating revenue through advertising or commercial sponsorship, and does not display advertisements on its website or publications, maintaining the integrity and focus on scholarly content.
By adopting this business model, the Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation prioritizes the advancement of knowledge and the dissemination of research findings, unencumbered by financial constraints or commercial influences.