Keith Publications — Open Access Scholarly Publisher

Peer-Reviewed · Open Access · DOI-Registered

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Keith Publications is a leading open-access publisher committed to rigorous scholarship, ethical peer review, and global dissemination of research. Join thousands of authors who trust us to give their work the reach and recognition it deserves.

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DOAJ Listed · CrossRef / DOI · COPE Member · Google Scholar · CC BY 4.0 · ISSN Registered · LOCKSS · CLOCKSS

Why Authors Choose Keith Publications

High Visibility & Reach

Your research reaches readers in 90+ countries through indexing in Google Scholar, CrossRef, DOAJ, and Zenodo.

Rigorous Peer Review

Double-blind review by at least two qualified experts ensures scientific integrity and enhances your work's credibility.

Fast Time to Publication

Average 4–6 weeks from submission to decision, with prompt editorial communication throughout the process.

True Open Access

Articles freely accessible online immediately upon publication — no paywalls, no embargoes, maximum readership.

Authors Retain Copyright

Under CC BY 4.0, you keep ownership of your work. Others may share and adapt freely with proper attribution.

Affordable & Waiver Available

Competitive APC of USD 100 with full waivers available for authors from low-income and developing countries.


Our Peer Review Process

1
Submission
Manuscript received & logged
2
Editorial Check
Scope, format & ethics review
3
Peer Review
Double-blind by 2+ experts
4
Decision & Publish
DOI assigned, indexed globally

From Submission to Publication in 4–6 Weeks

Our editorial team is dedicated to fast, transparent processing. You will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours, a peer review decision within 3–4 weeks, and final publication within days of acceptance. Track your manuscript status at every stage.


What You Gain as a Published Author

Permanent DOI assigned to every article for lasting scholarly identity
Unlimited free downloads by researchers worldwide
Article-level metrics: views, downloads, and citation tracking
Author proof copy before final publication
Shareable article link for social media and academic profiles
Publication certificate available upon request
Long-term digital preservation via LOCKSS & Zenodo
Indexed in major academic databases immediately after publication

Indexing & Abstracting Coverage

Google Scholar CrossRef / DOI DOAJ Zenodo ROAD (ISSN) LOCKSS CLOCKSS Portico ResearchGate Academia.edu Scopus (evaluation) PubMed (evaluation)

Our Open Access Commitment

Fully Open Access Since Day One

We believe knowledge should be freely available to every scientist, student, and practitioner — regardless of geography or institutional access. Every article published with us is freely readable, downloadable, and shareable immediately upon publication, with no embargo period.

CC BY 4.0 — Full Open Access Policy
  • Immediate free access — no subscription required
  • Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 licensing
  • Authors retain full copyright
  • No embargo period on any article
  • Free for readers, institutions, and the public
  • Increased citation potential through open readership
  • Compliant with major funder OA mandates

Editorial Integrity & Ethics Standards

COPE Guidelines

All editorial decisions follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines on authorship, peer review, and research integrity.

ICMJE Authorship

Authorship criteria strictly follow the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) recommendations.

Double-Blind Review

Author and reviewer identities are concealed throughout review to ensure unbiased, merit-based evaluation.

Retraction Policy

Clear, transparent retraction and correction procedures compliant with international publishing standards.

Conflict of Interest

All authors, reviewers, and editors must declare any potential conflicts of interest before participating.

Data Integrity

Raw data, reproducibility, and transparency in methods are core requirements for all published work.



DOI Assignment & Digital Preservation

CrossRef DOI Registration

Every article receives a unique, permanent Digital Object Identifier (DOI) registered with CrossRef ensuring persistent linking and citability.

LOCKSS & CLOCKSS Archiving

Articles are archived in distributed preservation networks, guaranteeing long-term access even if a publisher ceases operations.

Zenodo Repository

All content is mirrored to CERN's Zenodo open-science repository, providing a secondary, indexed, permanent copy of every publication.

What Our Authors Say

"The editorial team at Keith Publications was professional, responsive, and thorough throughout the review process. My manuscript received detailed feedback from two expert reviewers, was published within five weeks of submission, and has since been cited in three follow-up studies from different continents. The open access format made it genuinely reachable by researchers who otherwise would not have had access. I will certainly be submitting future work here."
DR
Dr. A. Okonkwo Associate Professor of Biochemistry, University of Lagos

Pre-Submission Checklist

Manuscript prepared according to journal scope and author guidelines
Abstract of 150–250 words with key terms and objectives
All references formatted in the required citation style
Figures and tables labelled clearly with captions
Ethical approval documentation (if applicable)
All co-authors listed with ORCID iDs where available
Conflict of interest and funding statements included
Cover letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief
Read the Full Author Guidelines →

Research Impact & Reach

50,000+ Total Citations Recorded
1.2M+ Article Views / Year
400K+ Full-Text Downloads

A Truly Global Scientific Community

Authors from 90+ Countries Trust Keith Publications

Our author community spans Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific. We actively support researchers from all regions, especially those from developing and emerging economies through our waiver programme and inclusive editorial policies. Science has no borders — and neither do we.

Africa
78%
Asia
55%
Europe
38%
Americas
30%
Other
15%

Plagiarism Screening & Ethics Compliance

iThenticate Screening

Every submission is screened using iThenticate / Crossref Similarity Check before peer review.

<15% Threshold

Manuscripts with similarity above 15% are returned to authors before any further processing.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Plagiarism, data fabrication, and misconduct result in immediate rejection and may be reported to institutions.

COPE Compliant

All editorial processes adhere to the full suite of COPE guidelines for publishers and editors.


Ready to Submit Your Research?

Join thousands of researchers who have published with Keith Publications. Your work deserves a platform that is rigorous, ethical, accessible, and globally recognised.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I submit a manuscript to Keith Publications?
Visit our Submission page and follow the step-by-step instructions. You will need to select the appropriate journal, upload your manuscript file, and complete the submission form including author details, abstract, and keywords.
How long does the peer review process take?
Our average time from submission to first decision is 3–4 weeks. The full process from submission to final publication, including any revisions, typically takes 4–6 weeks. You will receive regular status updates by email throughout.
Is there a fee to submit a manuscript?
No. Submission is completely free of charge. The Article Processing Charge (APC) of USD 100 is only payable after your manuscript has been accepted following peer review. Waivers are available for authors from developing countries — please contact us to apply.
Will my article be freely accessible to everyone?
Yes. All articles published in Keith Publications journals are fully Open Access under the Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 licence. This means anyone in the world can read, download, share, and build upon your work — for free and immediately upon publication.
Do authors retain copyright of their work?
Yes. Authors retain full copyright of their published work. By publishing under CC BY 4.0, you grant others the right to reuse your work with proper attribution, while you remain the legal copyright holder.
Will my article receive a DOI?
Yes. Every published article receives a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI) registered with CrossRef. This provides a permanent, citable link to your article and ensures it is discoverable in all major academic databases.