GREENRESEARCH – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

1. What is Greenresearch?

Greenresearch is an academic publishing platform that provides researchers, students, and professionals with a structured avenue to publish scholarly work with global visibility, academic credibility, and potential monetization opportunities.

 

2. Who can submit a manuscript?

Greenresearch accepts submissions from:

1. Students (undergraduate and postgraduate)
2. Academic researchers and lecturers
3. Industry professionals and independent scholars

All submissions must meet the platform’s academic and ethical standards.

 

3. What types of papers are accepted?

We accept:

• Research articles
• Review papers
• Case studies
• Conceptual and theoretical papers
• Policy and practice-based studies

 

4. Is payment required before publication?

Yes. Greenresearch operates an Article Processing Charge (APC) model, which covers:

• Manuscript processing
• Editorial review
• Integrity checks
• Publication and hosting

However:

Payment does not guarantee acceptance.
All manuscripts must pass the required review and quality standards.

 

5. If I pay, is my paper guaranteed to be published?

No.

All manuscripts are evaluated using the Greenresearch 14-Point Acceptance Framework.
Papers that fail to meet the required standards may be:

Returned for revision, or

Rejected

 

6. What happens if my manuscript is rejected?

If a manuscript is rejected, the decision is based on clear editorial and academic grounds, including but not limited to:

1. Lack of academic contribution
2. Poor structure or unclear research focus
3. Ethical violations (e.g., plagiarism, data issues)
4. Failure to meet revision requirements
5. Non-compliance with submission guidelines

 

Refund Policy on Rejected Manuscripts

All payments made to Greenresearch are strictly non-refundable.

This includes cases where a manuscript is rejected.

This policy is based on the fact that:

1. Editorial and technical resources have already been deployed
2. Reviewers and evaluators have invested time and expertise
3. Administrative and system costs have been incurred

Authors are therefore strongly advised to:

1. Carefully review all submission guidelines
2. Ensure compliance with the 14 acceptance criteria
3. Submit only well-prepared and original manuscripts

 

7. Can I revise my paper after submission?

Yes.

Depending on the review outcome, authors may be required to:

1. Make minor corrections, or
2. Undertake major revisions
3. Revised manuscripts must be resubmitted within the specified timeframe.

 

8. How long does the review process take?

Review timelines may vary depending on:

1. The quality of the submission
2. The extent of revisions required
3. Reviewer availability

Authors will be notified at each stage of the process.

 

9. What is the acceptable plagiarism level?

• Greenresearch allows a maximum similarity index of 20% (excluding references).
• Manuscripts exceeding this threshold may be:
• Returned for correction, or
• Rejected outright in severe cases

 

10. Can I submit a manuscript that has been submitted elsewhere?

No.

Greenresearch does not accept manuscripts that are:

• Under review elsewhere
• Previously published

This is to maintain academic integrity and publication ethics.

 

11. Does Greenresearch support AI-assisted writing?

Yes, with strict conditions.

Authors may use AI tools for:

• Language refinement
• Idea structuring

 

However:

• AI must not replace original intellectual contribution
• Authors must review and validate all content
• AI usage may need to be disclosed

Failure to comply may result in rejection.

 

12. Will my paper be visible after publication?

Yes.

All accepted papers are published on the Greenresearch platform and made accessible based on the selected access model (open or premium).

 

13. Can I earn from my published paper?

Yes.

Greenresearch offers a premium access model where:

• Users pay to download selected papers
• Authors earn a percentage of the revenue

 

Full details are provided under the Earning From Publishing section.

 

14. Can I contact users who request my paper?

Yes.

Through the “Contact Author” feature, users may request access or engage directly with authors regarding their work.

 

15. What happens if I fail to respond to revision requests?

Failure to respond within the specified timeframe may result in:

• Rejection of the manuscript
• Termination of the review process

 

16. Can I appeal a rejection decision?

Yes, authors may submit a formal appeal.

However:

• Appeals must be supported with strong justification
• Revised manuscripts may be required
• Final decisions rest with the editorial board

 

17. How do I improve my chances of acceptance?

To increase your chances:

• Follow the submission guidelines strictly
• Ensure your paper meets the 14 acceptance criteria
• Present a clear research problem and contribution
• Use recent and relevant references
• Ensure clarity, coherence, and originality

 

18. Who do I contact for support?

For all inquiries, authors can contact the Greenresearch editorial team through the official communication channels provided on the platform.

 

FINAL NOTE

Greenresearch is committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and structured publishing environment.

Authors are encouraged to approach submission with:

• Preparedness
• Professionalism
• Commitment to quality