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Access expert resources, training, and partnerships that strengthen publishing across Asia and beyond.

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Join a global community advancing integrity, collaboration, and excellence in scholarly publishing.

Join the Asian Council of Science Editors and become part of a vibrant global community dedicated to advancing excellence, integrity, and innovation in scholarly publishing. Our members include editors, reviewers, publishers, corporations, and institutions, all working together to shape a stronger, more transparent, and more connected publishing ecosystem.

Membership with ACSE is more than a subscription; it’s a commitment to building a credible, innovative, and globally connected publishing community. Take your next step toward shaping the future of scholarly communication.

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Why Join ACSE? (Benefits for All Members)

ACSE membership empowers editors, publishers, and researchers with recognition, guidance, and opportunities to grow. By joining, you gain access to expert support, professional development, and a strong network that strengthens the future of scholarly publishing in Asia and beyond.

As a member, you gain access to a unique platform that empowers you to:

  • Expand your network – Connect with 6,000+ editors, reviewers, and publishing professionals across Asia and beyond.
  • Access training & resources – Benefit from workshops, webinars, policy templates, and global best practice guidelines.
  • Elevate your journal or organization – Enhance editorial quality, visibility, and integrity with ACSE’s publishing solutions and expert guidance.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends – Receive updates on global policies, innovations in peer review, and advances in open science.
  • Collaborate globally – Partner with leading organizations, publishers, and corporate members shaping the future of scholarly communication.
  • Showcase your leadership – Be recognized as part of Asia’s voice in global scholarly publishing.

Membership Categories

Individual (50 $)

Open to researchers, scholars, editors, reviewers, consultants, librarians, information specialists, publishing professionals, and others engaged in scholarly publishing at the individual level.

Benefit: Enhance your professional development through training, resources, and networking with global peers.

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Publisher (300 $)

Open to publishing organizations of all sizes, small (1–5 journals), medium (6–15 journals), and large (15+ journals), seeking to enhance editorial quality and global reach.

Benefit: Gain access to industry updates, peer review innovations, and collaborative opportunities that help scale and improve publishing programs.

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Journal (100 $)

Open to individual scholarly journals, including society publications, open-access journals, subscription-based journals, emerging titles, specialized journals, and conference proceedings.

Benefit: Strengthen your journal’s visibility, editorial quality, and credibility with ACSE’s publishing solutions and ethical frameworks.

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Corporate (1500 $)

Open to data and analytics providers, research organizations, technology firms, universities, library consortia, professional service companies, non-profits, and other industry stakeholders.

Benefit: Build strategic partnerships, showcase thought leadership, and contribute to shaping the future of scholarly publishing across Asia and beyond.

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Membership Benefits Comparison

Benefits Individual ($50) Journal ($100) Publisher ($300) Corporate ($1500)
Professional Development (training, webinars, templates, global guidelines) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Networking Opportunities (ACSE community across Asia & beyond) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Editorial Policy Templates & Ethics Resources ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Boost Journal Visibility & Editorial Quality – – ✔️ ✔️
Access to Publishing Solutions (peer review tools, policy frameworks) – – ✔️ ✔️
Industry Insights & Global Updates (open science, integrity trends) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Participation in Peer Review Week & ACSE Events ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Recognition as ACSE Member (certificate & digital badge) ✔️ – – –
Promote Your Brand on ACSE Platforms – – – ✔️
Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations – – – ✔️
Shape Global Publishing Dialogue (Asia’s voice worldwide) – – – ✔️
Leadership Role in Scholarly Publishing Ecosystem – – – ✔️


Additional Member Benefits

ACSE membership offers more than the core benefits listed above. Depending on your category or organization, you can access additional resources, collaborations, and opportunities designed to maximize your impact.


Customized Plans for Organizations

For publishers and corporate members, customized plans and pricing are also available. Contact our Membership Manager at acse@theacse.com to explore tailored options that best fit your needs.