If you are looking for where to publish lifestyle medicine research without the usual open-access price tag, APJLM was created for exactly this. Most open-access lifestyle medicine journals charge an article processing charge (APC) of US$3,000 or more. APJLM's APC is US$1500, payable only after acceptance, and invited authors qualify for a full waiver. Discounted charges may also be granted in other cases, and the journal keeps rigorous peer review and the credibility of an established international publisher.
Why publish with APJLM
Fee waivers available
Invited authors qualify for a full APC waiver, and discounted charges may be granted in other cases. Contact the editorial office before you submit.
Fast online publication
Streamlined peer review with articles published online within days of acceptance.
Open access, widely read
Every article is freely available to read, download and cite, maximising reach and impact.
Asia-Pacific focus
The only dedicated lifestyle medicine journal centred on the Asia-Pacific region and LMIC settings.
Published by World Scientific
One of the largest international academic publishers, based in Singapore.
Promotional reach in Asia
Specialised promotion to researchers, clinicians and institutions across the region.
50% book voucher
Published authors receive a 50% voucher towards selected World Scientific books.
APJLM's APC vs. a typical OA journal
| APJLM | Typical OA lifestyle medicine journal | |
|---|---|---|
| Article processing charge | US$1500, waived for invited authors | ~US$3,000+ |
| Open access | Yes, immediate | Yes |
| Asia-Pacific / LMIC focus | Yes | No |
| Publisher | World Scientific | Varies |
What APJLM publishes
APJLM advances evidence-based lifestyle medicine to prevent, manage and reverse chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), with a focus on low- and middle-income countries across the Asia-Pacific. We welcome submissions across the six pillars of lifestyle medicine:
- Nutrition: dietary patterns, food environments and metabolic health
- Physical activity: exercise interventions and sedentary behaviour
- Sleep health: sleep quality and its links to chronic disease
- Stress & mental wellbeing: behavioural and psychological approaches
- Avoidance of risky substances: tobacco, alcohol and harm reduction
- Social connection: community and relationships in health outcomes
Article types include original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, clinical trials, commentaries and policy analyses. All submissions undergo rigorous peer review.
Who should submit
Researchers, clinicians and public-health practitioners working on chronic disease prevention, digital health and healthcare delivery in the Asia-Pacific, including those whose institutions have no budget for an article processing charge. Invited authors publish free of charge, and others can ask the editorial office about a discount before submitting.
How to submit your manuscript
Submissions are handled through World Scientific's editorial system. Review the author guidelines and aims & scope, then submit via the link below.
Frequently asked questions
Does APJLM charge an article processing charge (APC)?
Yes, US$1500 per article, payable only after acceptance and never at submission. Authors invited to contribute qualify for a full waiver, and discounted charges may be granted in other cases. If the charge would stop you from submitting, write to the editorial office first and you will get a clear answer before you prepare the manuscript.
Is APJLM open access?
Yes. Every article is published fully open access and is immediately free to read, download and cite worldwide.
How fast is publication?
APJLM uses a streamlined peer-review process, with accepted articles published online within days.
Who publishes APJLM?
APJLM is published by World Scientific Publishing, a major international academic publisher based in Singapore.
What topics does APJLM cover?
Lifestyle medicine and noncommunicable-disease research across the six pillars (nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, substance avoidance and social connection), with an Asia-Pacific and LMIC focus.