Regional Open Access Publication Fee Scheme

This scheme helps Network members publish open access cancer research that builds regional research capacity, improves care, and increases impact across NSW, including rural and remote communities. Funding supports Article Processing Charges for accepted peer-reviewed journal articles that arise from NSWRCRN-funded projects or clearly align with Network goals. Publications should be in reputable, indexed journals and be published Open Access with a clear licence so findings can be widely shared and reused.

Who can apply: first or co-first authors, or corresponding or co-corresponding authors who are current Network members.

Please refer to the Regional Open Access Publication Fee Scheme Guidelines for full details.

Complete this simple form to apply. Not a member? Join the NSWRCRN here.
Applicant Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Primary Employer*

CCLHDHNELHDMNCLHDNNSWLHDUniversity of NewcastleOther
Location*
for e.g Calvary Mater Hospital, Tamworth Hospital, Port Macquarie Base Hospital, Grafton Base Hospital, The Tweed Hospital, John Hunter Hospital etc.
Position*
Are you a current PhD Student*

YesNo
Primary Supervisor's Name*
Institution where you are enrolled*
PhD thesis title*
Candidature stage*

Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4 or beyond
Study load*

Full-timePart-time
Eligibility
Eligibility*

I am a current Network memberI am the first or co-first author as indicated by the journalI am the corresponding or co-corresponding authorThe article will be published Open Access with a clear licenceThe article arises from an NSWRCRN-funded projectThe article clearly aligns with the Network’s goalsFor University of Newcastle affiliated authors, confirm that the journal is not covered by a Library Read and Publish agreement or that the agreement cap has been reached.
NSWRCRN-funded project*
Demonstrated alignment for this publication (tick all that apply)*

Engagement and collaboration shown in the paperBuilds regional research capacityRegional or rural evidence base or outcomes will benefit those in regional or rural remote areasTranslation to practice (findings with clear clinical or service implications, protocols, tools or implementation steps provided in the manuscript or supplements)Leadership and policy relevance (links to NSW Cancer Plan or LHD priorities, guidance for policy or service redesign)
Journal Details
Manuscript title*
Journal Name*
Publisher*
Manuscript ID (from journal system)*
Article type*

OriginalReviewProtocolShort reportUnsureOther
Indexing (tick any known)*

PubMed/MEDLINEScopusWeb of ScienceDOAJUnsureOther
Journal Website URL*
Article Processing Charge amount (AUD)*
If invoiced in another currency, provide an approximate AUD amount using a reputable source (e.g. Reserve Bank of Australia indicative rate or XE) based on the invoice date.
Attachments
Journal acceptance notification*

Final accept email/letter or proof/galley cover page. See Guidelines.
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Proof of authorship status

If this information is not included in the journal acceptance notification, upload an acceptance letter or proof page showing the author order and the corresponding author designation. See the Guidelines for details.
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A copy of the Invoice*

Invoice dated 1 Oct 2025–31 May 2026. Must match the article and journal.
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Certification
Certification*

I certify that the information provided is accurateI agree to the conditions of fundingI will acknowledge Network support in the publicationI will post a short impact summary and a link to the article on the Network platform after publication
Should be Empty:

Applicant Details

Eligibility

Journal Details

Attachments

Certification