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Announcing the Open Journal Finder: Simplify the search for open access publishing opportunities

October 28th, 2026

The Open Journal Finder, a new tool from Purdue Libraries, simplifies the search for library-supported open access publishing opportunities. It allows Purdue researchers to easily identify journals with waived or reduced article processing charges (APCs) through a single search. Researchers can explore open access publishing options, including article processing charges, library-supported discounts and agreements, and journal metrics and rankings.

Purdue Libraries is committed to creating more accessible and sustainable publishing options for Purdue authors and, in turn, expanding access to their research. Open access publishing supports faster scientific discovery, encourages greater public engagement, increases usage and citations, and helps fulfill funder public access mandates. While the benefits of open access are significant, the costs of open access article processing charges (APCs) can be prohibitive for authors. Through a variety of Open Access publishing agreements, Purdue Libraries helps authors publish open access at no cost.

Questions can be directed to Nina Collins, scholarly publishing librarian, or openaccess@purdue.edu.