International Journal of Scientific Research (IJSR)

Overview

The International Journal of Scientific Research (IJSR) is a peerreviewed, openaccess journal that publishes original research across all domains of natural, engineering, medical and social sciences. Established in 2015, IJSR aims to provide a rapid yet rigorous platform for researchers worldwide to disseminate highquality findings without the barrier of subscription fees.

All articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CCBY) license, allowing unrestricted sharing, adaptation and commercial use provided the original authors are properly credited. The journals editorial board consists of experienced scholars from diverse geographic regions, ensuring a broad perspective on scientific standards.

Scope & Topics

IJSR welcomes submissions in the following broad categories:

• Physical Sciences physics, chemistry, materials science, astronomy.
• Life Sciences biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, environmental science.
• Engineering & Technology civil, mechanical, electrical, computer science, robotics.
• Medical & Health Sciences clinical studies, pharmacology, public health.
• Social Sciences psychology, economics, education, sociology.
• Interdisciplinary research that bridges multiple fields.

Each manuscript must present novel results, robust methodology, and clear relevance to the chosen discipline. Review articles, short communications, data notes and case studies are also accepted.

Submission Process

Authors submit manuscripts through the online portal at www.ijsr.org. The steps are:

1. Register an account or log in.
2. Upload the manuscript in Word or LaTeX format, together with a cover letter.
3. Provide author details, affiliations, and keywords.
4. Suggest three potential reviewers (optional).
5. Confirm compliance with the journals ethical guidelines.

All submissions are screened for plagiarism using iThenticate. Papers identified with more than 20% similarity are returned to authors for revision before peer review.

PeerReview

IJSR follows a doubleblind peerreview model. Reviewers receive no information about the authors, and authors do not learn reviewers identities. Typically, two to three independent experts evaluate each manuscript on:

• Originality and significance
• Methodological soundness
• Clarity of presentation
• Appropriateness of references
• Ethical compliance

The review timeline averages 21days from submission to first decision. Authors may receive one of the following outcomes: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject. Revised manuscripts are reevaluated until the editorial board is satisfied with the scientific quality.

Indexing & Impact

Since 2018, IJSR is indexed in:

• Scopus
• Web of Science (Emerging Sources Citation Index)
• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
• Google Scholar

According to Scopus, the journals CiteScore (2023) is 2.8, and the SNIP (Source Normalized Impact per Paper) is 0.72. These metrics reflect a steady increase in citation frequency and growing recognition within the academic community.

Publication Ethics

IJSR adheres to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. Authors must:

• Declare any conflict of interest.
• Confirm that the work is original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Obtain ethical approval for studies involving humans or animals.
• Provide honest data and transparent methodological details.

Instances of plagiarism, fabricated data, or duplicate publication result in immediate rejection and notification to the authors institutions.

Contact & Further Information

For inquiries regarding manuscript preparation, editorial policies, or technical support, please email:

EditorinChief: editor@ijsr.org

General queries: info@ijsr.org

Follow the journal on social media for updates on special issues and calls for papers:

• Twitter: @IJSRjournal
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