Open Access Publishing Model

Standard Publication Fee

Effective January 1, 2025, accepted manuscripts will be subject to an Article Processing Charge (APC) of:

¥2,000 RMB per accepted article

APC Waiver for Experimental Research

Life Conflux is committed to promoting high-quality experimental research. Manuscripts presenting original experimental data qualify for a complete waiver of article processing charges. This initiative supports researchers conducting empirical studies that advance our understanding of life sciences through direct observation and experimentation.

Tax Identification Requirements

Authors or institutions with VAT, GST, or other sales tax identification numbers must provide this information during the payment process to ensure proper tax calculation and compliance.

Tax Exemption Documentation

Tax-exempt organizations will receive detailed instructions during payment processing regarding the submission of tax exemption certificates or other required documentation.

Creative Commons Attribution License

All accepted articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) License, the most permissive open access license available. This licensing framework:

• Allows unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction of the work
• Permits commercial and non-commercial applications
• Requires only proper attribution to the original authors
• Facilitates maximum research impact and knowledge dissemination

Funder Requirements

Authors funded by organizations with specific Creative Commons licensing requirements should verify compliance during the submission process. Our editorial team will work with authors to ensure adherence to funder mandates while maintaining our open access commitment.