Support Open Access Publication in Acta Acustica

About Acta Acustica

History

Acta Acustica originated in the early 1990s as an initiative of the European Acoustics Association (EAA) to provide a unified platform for acoustics research in Europe. It was first published by Hirzel Verlag and later became Acta Acustica united with Acustica in 1996, following the merger of national and European acoustics journals. In 2020, the journal was relaunched by EDP Sciences as Acta Acustica and adopted a Gold Open Access model, supported by the EAA and national acoustical societies.
In 2025, the journal transitioned to Diamond Open Access, thanks to the financial support of the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), Technische Informationsbibliothek (TIB), the French Acoustical Society (SFA), and the European Acoustics Association (EAA). More information here.

The journal today

Aims & Scope

Acta Acustica publishes original research articles, review papers, technical and applied contributions, short communications, and letters to the editor covering all areas of acoustics. Both theoretical and applied studies are welcome.

The journal embraces a broad scope within acoustics, including but not limited to: linear and nonlinear acoustics, aeroacoustics, acoustic signal processing, electroacoustics, environmental and building acoustics, musical acoustics, psychoacoustics, physiological and psychological acoustics, speech, ultrasonic and underwater acoustics, and vibroacoustics.

Priority is given to work that advances scientific knowledge in acoustics and its engineering applications, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, or supports the development of new methodologies and technologies relevant to sound and vibration. Special attention is given to submissions that contribute to open, inclusive, and high-quality scientific communication within the acoustics community.

More information here.

Publication & business model

All articles in Acta Acustica are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY license, and copyright remains with the authors. The journal is owned by the European Acoustics Association (EAA) and published by EDP Sciences.

The scientific content of the journal is entirely under the responsibility of the Editor-in-Chief and the international editorial board, composed of associate editors and experts covering all areas of acoustics.

A steering committee meets regularly, with representatives from the EAA, EDP Sciences, and the editorial leadership, to review the journal's editorial and financial progress, assess its strategy, and plan future developments.

EDP Sciences provides the technical infrastructure (peer-review and publication platforms), production workflow management, copy-editing, typesetting, and dissemination services. However, it does not intervene neither in the peer-review process nor in the scientific editorial decisions, which are managed independently by the journal’s editorial team.

Since changing publisher in 2020, Acta Acustica has been fully Open Access and has changed its title to reflect the evolution of its Aims & Scope. Please read about the latest achievements of the journal here.

Sponsorship of Acta Acustica in an Open Access Diamond Model

The Diamond Open Access model is increasingly recognised as a fair and equitable approach to scholarly publishing. It enables authors to publish without paying article processing charges, while ensuring that research is freely accessible to readers worldwide.

Diamond Open Access:

• Enhances the visibility, accessibility, and impact of scientific research by removing financial barriers for both authors and readers
• Supports research quality, integrity, and innovation by aligning with the principles of open science and FAIR data

However, the model also presents challenges. Its long-term sustainability depends on coordinated support from a broad range of stakeholders, including researchers, editors, universities, funders, libraries, publishers, and policymakers. Continued collaboration is essential to ensure that Diamond Open Access can develop and thrive as a viable publishing route.

The journal is currently funded mainly by

Since 1 January 2025, the journal has been funded through the generous support of the following organisations:

• The European Acoustics Association (EAA)
• Technische Informationsbibliothek (TIB), on behalf of academic and research institutions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
• French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS)
• The French Acoustical Society (SFA)

Their contributions have made it possible to operate the journal under a Diamond Open Access model, with no charges for authors or readers in 2025.

However, to maintain and develop this model over the long term, continued and expanded financial support will be essential.

While this funding guarantees full Diamond OA publication for the first year, additional support is urgently needed to sustain this equitable model and expand its global reach. Current funding supports the publication of approximately 90 articles per year. As a long-standing advocate for open access, EDP Sciences is committed to ensuring that high-quality articles exceeding this number can continue to be published.

The journal’s scientific quality, its Diamond Open Access model, and the editorial leadership of the scientific community are expected to drive further growth. To support this development and safeguard the sustainability of the Diamond model, we are now seeking additional institutional sponsor.

As 1 July 2025, here are the projections and the budget required to achieve our publication goals:

For 2026, we intend to publish 100 articles and to achieve this goal, we are still looking for €6,000, as for 2027, to achieve the 110 articles to be published, we are still missing €26,500.

The minimum contribution to support the Open Access publication under the Diamond model is the previous value of an APC when the journal was published in the Gold model: €1,000.

This figure is an overall estimate, you will find more information on the breakdown of editorial and publishing costs here.

A suggested contribution of €2,000 per year minimum (equivalent to two articles) from several institutions would help to:

• Support the continued growth of the journal
• Strengthen its international scientific standing
• Distribute publication costs more equitably among supporters
• Provide financial resilience in the event that a sponsor withdraws

Sponsors will be acknowledged on the journal’s home page and invited to join the journal’s steering committee. In addition, institutions may nominate researchers in the field to serve on the editorial board. Most importantly, your support will help ensure that researchers from around the world can continue to publish in Acta Acustica without financial barriers.

Learn more about Acta Acustica Open Access Sponsors & Ambassadors.

For further information, please contact:

Editor-in-Chief: Manfred Kaltenbacher This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

EDP Sciences Publishing Editor: Aliénor Decours-Perez This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ; Selina La Barbera This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About the European Acoustics Association (EAA)

The European Acoustics Association (EAA) is a non-profit organization that brings together national acoustical societies across Europe. Founded in 1992, it serves as a platform for scientific collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of acoustics in all its dimensions — scientific, technical, and educational. Its mission includes supporting young researchers, encouraging excellence in acoustic research and education, and fostering cooperation among acousticians across Europe and beyond. The Association organises major international conferences such as Forum Acusticum, and is also actively involved in thematic schools, awards, and educational outreach initiatives.

Acta Acustica, the official journal of the EAA, is a cornerstone of the Association’s mission to disseminate high-quality research and support open and inclusive scientific communication.

More information: https://euracoustics.org

About EDP Sciences

EDP Sciences was established in 1920 by a prestigious academic community of French learned societies seeking to inspire, innovate and inform others by sharing their knowledge. Today, EDP Sciences continues to be dedicated to advancing scientific communication. With a strong commitment to transparency and innovation, EDP Sciences partners with organisations to develop sustainable open access publishing models.

A short introduction to EDP Sciences is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s_e8SUj3qU