Open Access refers to a movement in scholarly publishing that seeks to make research publications freely available online, without any financial or subscription barriers. This means that anyone with an internet connection can read and download articles from open-access journals at no cost. The goal of Open Access is to increase the visibility, accessibility, and impact of scientific knowledge by removing traditional publication barriers such as high journal subscriptions fees and limited availability in academic libraries. By making research available to everyone, regardless of their institutional affiliation or financial resources, open-access publishing aims to promote collaboration, innovation, and the advancement of science for the benefit of society at large.