Publishing Your Research on Biotational: Articles, Datasets, and Contribution Types

At Biotational, we empower researchers, students, and professionals by providing a platform to share their work and contribute to the advancement of computational science. Whether you’re submitting an article or a dataset, Biotational offers flexible publishing options designed to suit your needs. Here’s an explanation of how contributions work, the difference between General and Open Access Contributions, and why Open Access is a game-changer for the research community.

Uploading Articles and Datasets

Uploading your work is simple and user-friendly. Through the “Submit” section on our homepage, you can:

  1. Upload Articles
    • Submit research papers, reviews, or theoretical contributions.
    • Provide details like title, abstract, keywords, and optional links to code repositories.
    • Articles can be submitted as either General or Open Access Contributions.
  2. Upload Datasets
    • Share datasets in common formats like CSV, JSON, or XLSX, with relevant metadata such as dataset title, description, and programming language used.
    • Optionally link the dataset to an associated article or project for context.

All submissions are reviewed to ensure quality and integrity before publication.

General Contributions (Free of Charge)

General Contributions are designed for authors who wish to share their work within the Biotational community at no cost.

  • Access: Available to registered Biotational users.
  • Licensing: Published under the Creative Commons CC BY-NC license, ensuring non-commercial use and proper attribution.
  • Visibility: Content is discoverable on the platform but may not receive the broad reach of Open Access contributions.

Open Access Contributions (APC Required)

Open Access Contributions make your work freely available to a global audience without any barriers. By paying an Article Processing Charge (APC), your research achieves maximum visibility and accessibility.

Key Benefits of Open Access Contributions

  1. DOI Assignment:
    • All Open Access submissions are assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI), ensuring your work is permanently and uniquely citable.
  2. Global Reach:
    • Open Access eliminates paywalls, allowing your work to be freely accessible to anyone, anywhere. This greatly increases readership, citations, and overall impact.
  3. Enhanced Discoverability:
    • Open Access content is indexed on major platforms like Google Scholar, making your research easy to find and share.
  4. Accelerated Collaboration:
    • Freely available research fosters faster knowledge exchange, benefiting both academics and practitioners.
  5. Equity in Access:
    • Researchers in underfunded regions or institutions can access your work without financial barriers, promoting global scientific progress.
  6. Compliance with Funder Mandates:
    • Many funding bodies now require research outputs to be openly accessible. Biotational ensures compliance through our Open Access model.

APC Tiers for Open Access Contributions

We offer three APC tiers to make Open Access contributions as inclusive and flexible as possible:

  1. Inclusivity Tier: A reduced APC for students and contributors from underrepresented backgrounds, ensuring equitable participation.
  2. Standard Tier: The default APC for professionals and academics seeking broader reach.
  3. Enhanced Tier: Includes priority publishing and additional features such as greater visibility on the platform.

How to Choose Between General and Open Access Contributions?

  • Opt for General Contributions if you prefer to share your work within the Biotational community without incurring costs.
  • Choose Open Access Contributions if you want to:
    • Maximise the visibility and impact of your research.
    • Provide unrestricted access to your work for readers worldwide.
    • Benefit from features like DOI assignment, global indexing, and compliance with Open Access mandates.

Why Open Access Matters

Open Access is not just about making research freely available—it’s about breaking down barriers and driving innovation. With Open Access, your work can reach a wider audience, spark new collaborations, and contribute to faster scientific discovery. By providing DOIs, Biotational ensures your research is not only accessible but also traceable and properly credited.

Start Sharing Your Research Today

Biotational is here to make publishing simple, impactful, and inclusive. Whether you’re uploading an article or a dataset, you can choose the contribution model that best aligns with your goals. Ready to get started? Visit the “Submit” section today and be part of the movement to democratize knowledge in computational science.

For questions or more details, visit our Support page or email us at [email protected]. Together, let’s redefine research sharing.