Aims & Scope
The Journal of Veterinary Science & Research (JOVSR) is a peer-reviewed, open access veterinary science journal published by Directive Publications. It advances the evidence base of animal health by publishing original research, systematic reviews, clinical trials, case reports, and editorials across companion-animal, livestock, equine, wildlife, and laboratory-animal medicine, bridging fundamental science and everyday clinical and field practice.
The journal welcomes work spanning veterinary anaesthesia and pharmacology (sedation protocols, analgesia, drug routes), animal disease epidemiology and surveillance (transboundary disease, leptospirosis, One Health and AI-driven outbreak prediction), veterinary toxicology and environmental health (fluorosis, contaminant exposure), animal nutrition and feed science (silage and forage quality), and small-animal and comparative medicine. Methodological rigour, reproducibility, and animal-welfare reporting (ARRIVE-aligned) are core editorial priorities.
Intended for veterinarians, animal scientists, epidemiologists, toxicologists, and educators worldwide, JOVSR ensures every accepted manuscript undergoes double-blind peer review and is published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence, with authors retaining copyright.
The journal follows COPE ethical principles, with an article-processing charge applied on acceptance and waivers and discounts available to support equitable global participation.
Subject Coverage
Journal of Veterinary Science & Research welcomes original research, reviews, and case reports across the following core areas:
Research Topics
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Articles
Radiographic Characterization Of The Vertebral Formula Of Trachemys Scripta Elegans (Wied, 1839) And Its Morphometric Correlations
Enhancing AI-Based Risk Prediction for Animal Disease Outbreaks in Korea Using KAHIS Big Data
Can harvest maturity and theoretical length of cut be optimized to improve fermentation Quality And Starch Utilization In Whole-Plant Corn Silage?
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does the Journal of Veterinary Science & Research cover?
JOVSR covers the breadth of veterinary science, including veterinary anaesthesia and pharmacology, animal disease epidemiology and surveillance, veterinary toxicology and environmental health, animal nutrition and feed science, and small-animal and comparative medicine across companion, livestock, equine, and wildlife species.
Who should publish in or read the Journal of Veterinary Science & Research?
The journal serves veterinarians, animal and feed scientists, veterinary epidemiologists, toxicologists, and veterinary educators. Both clinical practitioners seeking applied evidence and researchers reporting original studies on animal health will find JOVSR relevant.
What article types does the Journal of Veterinary Science & Research accept?
JOVSR accepts original research articles, systematic and narrative reviews, randomized and clinical trials, case reports, short communications, and editorials addressing the theoretical, translational, and applied dimensions of veterinary science.
How do I submit a manuscript to the Journal of Veterinary Science & Research?
Authors submit through the Directive Publications submission page following the journal's author guidelines. Manuscripts should report methods and animal-welfare details transparently; all submissions enter double-blind peer review before any editorial decision.
Is the Journal of Veterinary Science & Research open access, and who holds copyright?
Yes. Every accepted article is published open access under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence, and authors retain copyright. Readers worldwide can freely read, share, and reuse articles with attribution.
Is there an article-processing charge, and are waivers available?
An article-processing charge applies on acceptance to sustain open access publishing. Waivers and discounts are available; authors who need financial support should contact the editorial office when submitting. There is no charge for rejected manuscripts.
What peer-review and ethics standards does the journal follow?
JOVSR uses double-blind peer review and follows COPE ethical principles covering authorship, conflicts of interest, data availability, and corrections. Studies involving animals are expected to report ethical approval and welfare considerations in line with recognized reporting guidelines.