title: The first six months and the introduction of article processing charges.
abstract: Article processing charges (APCs) have recently been introduced for authors submitting papers to Cerebrospinal Fluid Research. This editorial is to inform readers about the need and use of APCs and about the advantages of free open access publishing.
authors: Editorial Office Gagle Brook House, Chesterton, Bicester, Oxon OX26 1UF, United Kingdom. hjones@ufl.edu
authors: Hazel C
authors: HC
authors: Jones