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The global landscape of cancer research has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. The increasing number of cancer cases worldwide (1) has fueled an unprecedented surge in cancer research publications.(2, 3) This explosion of knowledge is underpinned by an equally significant shift towards open access publications, reflecting a commitment to making scientific discoveries accessible to all. However, amidst this laudable trend, a challenging issue appears: the high costs associated with publishing articles can amount to as much as $1,500 per article. Additional charges for colored images surpass the predetermined maximum page limit, and the inclusion of supplements may also be factored into the overall publication cost.(4) In this dynamic environment, the Brazilian Journal of Oncology stands as a potential remarkable change, offering a beacon of hope through its commitment to open access, affordability, and independence as a journal belonging to a group of reputable Brazilian cancer organizations, such as the Brazilian Society of Clinical Oncology (SBOC), Brazilian Society of Surgical Oncology, Brazilian Society of Pediatric Oncology (SOBOPE), and Brazilian Society of Radiotherapy (SBRT).

As the volume of cancer research publications continues to grow, there has been a welcome shift towards open-access publishing. Open-access journals make scientific research freely available to anyone with an internet connection. This approach democratizes access to vital information, ensuring that knowledge is not confined to the boundaries of academic institutions or is hidden behind paywalls. Researchers, healthcare …