Thieme
Research4Life-aligned with standard Group A/B tiers. Waiver eligibility is only indicated at the payment stage — authors do not know during submission whether they qualify.
Publisher policies checked 20 August 2026
| Classification | Research4Life Group A 100%, Group B 50% |
|---|---|
| Scale | 100+ journals (medicine, chemistry) |
| APC range | €1,000–€3,000 |
| Which author counts | Corresponding author |
| Hybrid | No — Gold OA only |
| How it is applied | Request required; eligibility indicated at the payment stage after acceptance |
What this means for authors
Research4Life-aligned with standard Group A/B tiers. Waiver eligibility is only indicated at the payment stage — authors do not know during submission whether they qualify.
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- 20 August 2026