Publisher

About the Publisher

Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited (MSPL) is the publisher of the Journal of Design Service and Social Innovation (JDSSI). MSPL was registered in Hong Kong in 2023 and is dedicated to advancing scholarly communication and promoting academic research across diverse disciplines.

Publisher's Mission

MSPL is committed to:

Promoting high-quality academic research and scholarly publishing
Supporting open access to knowledge and research findings
Facilitating cross-cultural academic exchange, particularly between East and West
Maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity
Advancing interdisciplinary research and innovation
Providing a platform for researchers worldwide to share their work

Publishing Philosophy

MSPL operates on the principle that knowledge should be freely accessible to all. Through our open access model, we ensure that:

Authors may apply for Article Processing Charges (APCs) waivers or discounts to ensure that financial constraints do not impede the dissemination of their research.
Readers have free access to high-quality scholarly content
Research reaches the widest possible global audience
Academic merit, not financial capacity, determines publication
Scholarly communication contributes to global knowledge advancement

MSPL Journal Portfolio

In addition to JDSSI, MSPL publishes several other peer-reviewed academic journals:

JDSSI - Journal of Design Service and Social Innovation
JAUD - Journal of Architecture and Urban Design (if applicable)
JACAC - Journal of Arts, Culture and Asian Civilization (if applicable)
DH - Digital Humanities (if applicable)

Each journal maintains rigorous peer review standards and operates on open access principles.

Contact Information

Publisher Office Address

Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited
Room A-2, 3/F, Wing Tat Commercial Building
121-125 Wing Lok Street
Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Postal Code: 999077

Contact Details

Email: mspl@michelangelo-scholar.com; m.scholar2023@gmail.com
Tel: +852-66761250
WhatsApp: +60 11-2370 2845

Website

Publisher Website: https://michelangelo-scholar.com
JDSSI Journal Website: https://journals.michelangelo-scholar.com/index.php/jdssi/

Editorial Independence

MSPL respects and maintains complete editorial independence for all its journals:

Editorial decisions are made solely by journal editors based on scientific merit
Peer review processes are managed independently by editorial boards
Commercial interests do not influence publication decisions
Academic integrity is prioritized above all other considerations
Editors have full authority over journal content and policies

Quality Assurance and Standards

MSPL is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing:

Rigorous peer review: All journals implement double-blind peer review by field experts
Ethical oversight: Adherence to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines
Plagiarism detection: All submissions are screened with professional detection software
Quality control: Professional copyediting and production standards
Transparency: Clear policies on authorship, conflicts of interest, and publication ethics
Continuous improvement: Regular review and updating of policies and procedures

Open Access Commitment

MSPL is a strong advocate for open access publishing:

No author fees: MSPL journals do not charge article processing charges (APCs)
Immediate access: All content is freely available immediately upon publication
No embargoes: No waiting periods for open access
Global reach: Research accessible to readers worldwide regardless of institutional affiliation
Sustainable model: Publisher-funded model ensures long-term viability

Technology and Infrastructure

MSPL journals utilize modern publishing infrastructure:

Open Journal Systems (OJS): Industry-standard platform for manuscript management and publication
DOI assignment: Persistent digital identifiers for all published articles
CrossRef membership: Integration with global scholarly infrastructure
Multiple formats: Articles available in PDF and HTML formats
Mobile-friendly: Responsive design for access on any device
Archiving: Long-term preservation of published content

Indexing and Visibility

MSPL works to ensure maximum visibility for published research through:

Submission to major academic databases and indexing services
CrossRef metadata registration
Google Scholar indexing
ORCID integration for author identification
Social media presence and promotion
Partnerships with academic repositories

Support for Authors

MSPL provides comprehensive support throughout the publication process:

Submission guidance: Clear guidelines and templates for manuscript preparation
Editorial support: Responsive communication from editorial teams
Technical assistance: Help with system navigation and file formats
Publication support: Professional copyediting and formatting services
Post-publication: Promotion and dissemination support

Ethical Publishing Practices

MSPL adheres to the highest ethical standards:

COPE membership: Following Committee on Publication Ethics guidelines
Transparency: Clear policies on all aspects of publishing
Misconduct handling: Established procedures for addressing ethical violations
Corrections and retractions: Prompt handling of errors and serious issues
Conflicts of interest: Strict management of potential conflicts
Author rights: Protection of copyright and intellectual property

International Cooperation

MSPL promotes international academic collaboration:

Editorial boards with global representation
Partnerships with international institutions
Cross-cultural knowledge exchange initiatives
Support for researchers from all countries and backgrounds
Multilingual support where appropriate

Sustainability and Future Development

MSPL is committed to long-term, sustainable publishing:

Financial sustainability: Publisher-funded model ensures stability
Technology investment: Continuous improvement of publishing infrastructure
Quality focus: Maintaining high standards as we grow
Community engagement: Building relationships with authors, reviewers, and readers
Innovation: Exploring new approaches to scholarly communication

Partnership Opportunities

MSPL welcomes partnerships with:

Academic institutions and universities
Professional societies and associations
Research organizations and institutes
Funding agencies
Other publishers and platforms

For partnership inquiries, please contact: mspl@michelangelo-scholar.com

Copyright and Licensing

MSPL's approach to copyright supports authors and open access:

Author retention: Authors retain copyright of their work
Open licensing: Articles published under the CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 license
Self-archiving: Authors are free to deposit work in repositories
Reuse rights: Clear permissions for educational and research use

Complaints and Feedback

MSPL welcomes feedback and takes complaints seriously:

Feedback: We value suggestions for improvement
Complaints procedure: Clear process for addressing concerns
Transparency: Open communication with stakeholders
Accountability: Commitment to addressing issues promptly

To provide feedback or file a complaint, contact: mspl@michelangelo-scholar.com

Disclaimer

MSPL publishes content submitted by authors and approved through peer review. While we maintain high standards of quality control:

Authors are responsible for the accuracy and originality of their work
Views expressed in articles are those of the authors, not necessarily MSPL
MSPL makes no warranties regarding the content of published articles
Readers should exercise professional judgment when using published information

Privacy and Data Protection

MSPL respects the privacy of authors, reviewers, and readers:

Personal information is collected and used only for publishing purposes
Data is stored securely and not shared with third parties without consent
Privacy policies comply with applicable regulations
Users can request access to or deletion of their personal data

See the journal's Privacy Statement for complete details.

Michelangelo Scholar Publishing Limited is dedicated to advancing scholarly communication and making research freely accessible to all. We are proud to support the global academic community through high-quality, ethical, open-access publishing.

For all inquiries:
Email: mspl@michelangelo-scholar.com
Tel: +852-66761250
WhatsApp: +60 11-2370 2845