Aims & Scope
The Journal of Applied Sciences (JOAS) is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to original research that translates fundamental science into practical impact. As a multidisciplinary applied sciences journal, JOAS publishes work spanning applied physics, applied chemistry, materials and nanoscience, applied biology and life sciences, environmental and ecological science, and applied data and social science. The journal exists to connect investigators, engineers, and practitioners worldwide through a trusted and openly citable platform.
JOAS welcomes original research articles, critical reviews, case reports, methodological notes, and editorials. Topics of interest include nanomaterials and energy materials such as dye-sensitised solar cells and polymer electrolytes; proteomics, immunomodulation, and biomarker studies; biodiversity, coral-reef health, soil and root-system science; instrumentation and measurement methods including SEM-EDX, X-ray diffraction, and neutron-activation standardisation; food authentication and aroma science; and applied statistical analysis of socio-economic problems such as multidimensional poverty.
Every manuscript undergoes rigorous double-blind peer review. Accepted articles are published open access under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence, with authors retaining copyright. JOAS follows COPE ethical principles and offers article-processing-charge waivers and discounts to widen participation, particularly for early-career and lower-income-country authors.
Subject Coverage
Journal of Applied Sciences welcomes original research, reviews, and case reports across the following core areas:
Research Topics
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Articles
Assessment Of Proximate Composition And Lipid Profiles Of Commercially Dried Crayfish From A Local Market
Transfer Factors From Animal- and Plant-based Sources: A Proteomics Comparison and Preclinical Effects on the Immune System
Spatial Analysis of Multidimensional Poverty in India: An Examination of Regional Disparities
Polymer Electrolyte for Solar Cell
Enhancing the Aroma and Sensory Profiles of Decaffeinated Coffee: A Review
Design and Engineering Testing of a Neutral Line Current Eliminator
Coral diseases in the Ambon waters of Maluku, Indonesia
Frequently Asked Questions
What subjects does the Journal of Applied Sciences (JOAS) cover?
JOAS is a multidisciplinary applied sciences journal. It publishes research across applied physics and measurement science, applied chemistry, materials science and nanoscience, applied biology and life sciences, environmental and ecological science, food and agricultural science, and applied data and social sciences. Work that bridges fundamental discovery and real-world application is especially welcome.
Who should read and publish in the Journal of Applied Sciences?
JOAS is intended for researchers, engineers, postgraduate students, and practitioners working at the applied end of the natural, physical, and life sciences. Authors with original experimental, computational, or analytical findings, including early-career scientists and those from lower-income countries, are encouraged to submit and read its open-access content.
Is the Journal of Applied Sciences open access, and who holds copyright?
Yes. Every article in JOAS is published open access under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence, so anyone can read, share, and reuse it with attribution. Authors retain full copyright of their work.
How does peer review work at the Journal of Applied Sciences?
JOAS uses double-blind peer review, meaning author and reviewer identities are kept confidential from one another. Submissions are evaluated for scientific validity, methodological rigour, and relevance to applied science. The journal follows COPE ethical principles for authorship, conflicts of interest, and corrections.
What article types can I submit to the Journal of Applied Sciences?
JOAS accepts original research articles, review and systematic-review articles, short communications, case reports, methodological and instrumentation notes, and editorials. Cross-disciplinary studies, for example combining materials characterisation with applied chemistry or environmental data with statistical modelling, are well suited to the journal's scope.
Is there an article-processing charge, and are waivers available for JOAS?
As an open-access journal, JOAS applies an article-processing charge only on acceptance, which funds peer review, production, DOI registration, and permanent hosting. Waivers and discounts are available, especially for early-career authors and researchers from lower-income countries. Contact the editorial office for current charges and waiver eligibility.
How do I submit a manuscript to the Journal of Applied Sciences?
Prepare your manuscript according to the JOAS author guidelines, ensuring clear methods, ethical compliance, and complete references, then submit through the journal's submission page. The editorial team performs an initial scope and quality check before assigning your paper to double-blind peer review.