Open Access Statement

This journal provides immediate Open Access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. All articles published open access will be immediately and permanently free for everyone to read and download without asking prior permission from the publisher or author.

The benefits of open access for authors include:

- Free access for all users worldwide
- Authors retain copyright of their work
- Improved visibility and readership
- Quick publication
- No spatial restrictions