Publisher Statement

Publisher: Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited (MSPL)
Registered: January 17, 2023, Hong Kong
Scope: MSPL is an academic publisher committed to the dissemination of scholarly research in design, architecture, and art through an Open Access (OA) publishing model.

Journals Published:

1. Journal of Design Service and Social Innovation (JDSSI)
2. Journal of Ancient Chinese Arts and Crafts (JACAC)
3. Journal of Architecture and Urban Design (JAUD)
4. Design History (DH)

All journals are double-blind peer-reviewed, published in English, and accessible worldwide online. Selected content may also be produced in print where appropriate.

Ethics and Transparency:
MSPL adheres to best practices and principles established by:

      1. Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

      2. Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)

      3. Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association (OASPA)

      4. World Association of Medical Editors (WAME)

Editorial decisions are independent of commercial interests, and all manuscripts are handled in accordance with scholarly standards and ethical principles.

Mission

Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited (MSPL) is committed to supporting high-quality scholarly publishing in the fields of design, architecture, and art through an Open Access (OA) model. Our mission is to facilitate the dissemination of rigorous academic research, promote international scholarly exchange, and foster cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaboration.

We pursue this mission through the following strategies:

      1. Digital publishing support: Provide researchers with robust online platforms and tools to disseminate research efficiently and widely.

      2. Rigorous peer review: Ensure all manuscripts undergo a transparent, double-blind peer-review process that maintains high academic standards.

      3. Cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaboration: Promote scholarly dialogue and research partnerships across disciplines and geographic regions.

      4. Innovation in publishing technology: Employ digital tools to enhance discoverability, accessibility, and the user experience of scholarly content. 

Vision

Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited (MSPL) aims to be a recognized scholarly publisher in design, architecture, and art, ensuring that high-quality research is accessible, ethically published, and impactful globally.

We realize this vision by:

      1. Building an international academic community: Engaging researchers, practitioners, and scholars from diverse disciplines and regions.

      2. Advancing transparent and sustainable publishing practices: Adopting rigorous editorial processes, clear APC policies, and open-access dissemination.

       3. Encouraging interdisciplinary research: Supporting studies that integrate perspectives from design, architecture, art, and related fields to address global challenges.

       4. Upholding academic integrity and quality: Establishing and maintaining rigorous standards for ethical publishing and scholarly excellence.

Through these strategies, MSPL is dedicated to ensuring that scholarly outputs are widely accessible, ethically reviewed, and contribute to the global knowledge community.

Through these strategies, MSPL is dedicated to ensuring that high-quality research is widely accessible, ethically published, and impactful across geographical and disciplinary boundaries, thereby contributing to the global scholarly community.

Article Processing Charge (APC) and Waivers Policy

MSPL publishes four double-blind peer-reviewed journals. Among them:

1. Journal of Ancient Chinese Arts and Crafts (JACAC)
2. Journal of Architecture and Urban Design (JAUD)
3. Design History (DH)

operate without any Article Processing Charge (APC).

The Journal of Design Service and Social Innovation (JDSSI) charges a USD 500 APC for accepted articles. To ensure inclusivity and equitable access, authors may request a full or partial waiver. Waiver and discount policies are clearly defined and publicly available on the journal website.

All waiver requests are evaluated solely based on eligibility criteria, and editorial decisions are made independently of financial considerations, ensuring that the peer-review and acceptance process remains completely impartial.

Ethics and Transparency

MSPL is committed to upholding internationally recognized standards of academic publishing. The publisher adheres to the principles of transparency and best practices in scholarly publishing established by organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), the Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association (OASPA), and the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME).

These principles are applied across all MSPL journals, ensuring:

      1. Transparent editorial and peer-review processes

      2. Clear communication of publication policies

      3. Ethical handling of all submissions and published content

Editorial Independence and Ethical Standards

MSPL is committed to maintaining editorial independence and academic integrity. Editorial decisions are made solely based on scholarly merit, including originality, methodological rigor, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

All manuscripts are evaluated without discrimination based on authors’ nationality, ethnicity, gender, institutional affiliation, or personal beliefs. The editorial process is conducted in accordance with recognized standards of academic ethics and fairness.

MSPL does not allow commercial interests to influence editorial decisions. Any optional services provided by the publisher are clearly separated from the peer-review and editorial process.

Commitment to Open Access and Inclusivity

MSPL supports the principles of open access, inclusivity, and global knowledge dissemination. By providing unrestricted access to published research, the publisher aims to promote academic exchange, cultural diversity, and the advancement of knowledge across different regions and disciplines.