About the Journal
University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences
(UZJNS)
Peer-reviewed | Open Access | Biannual Publication
Journal Overview
The University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences (UZJNS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal published biannually (March & September) by the University of Zawia. Dedicated to advancing research in natural sciences, UZJNS publishes high-quality original work in English across multiple disciplines.
Aims & Scope
UZJNS serves as a multidisciplinary platform for innovative research in both fundamental and applied natural sciences, including:
- Mathematics & Computer Science - Novel methodologies in mathematical modeling, algorithms, and computational sciences
- Statistics - Advances in statistical analysis and data-driven research
- Physics & Chemistry - Theoretical and experimental studies
- Geology & Environmental Sciences - Sustainability research and conservation studies
- Biological Sciences - Biotechnology, ecology, and related fields
- Interdisciplinary Applications - Bridging natural sciences with real-world challenges
The journal upholds strict ethical standards in research and publication while promoting rigorous scholarly writing, with aspirations to become a leading indexed journal in international databases.
Journal Features
Submission Guidelines
1. Author Requirements
- Originality: Submissions must be unpublished work not under review elsewhere (not more than 20% similarity allowed excluding references).
- Authorship: All contributors must meet ICMJE authorship criteria.
- Data Integrity: No fabrication or falsification; raw data may be requested.
- Ethical Compliance: Human/animal studies require institutional ethical approval.
- Formatting: Must follow journal template and style guidelines.
2. Peer Review Process
- Initial Screening (1-2 weeks): Formatting, scope, and plagiarism check.
- Double-Blind Review (4-6 weeks): Evaluation by two or more independent experts.
- Editorial Decision: Accept/Revise/Reject with detailed feedback.
- Post-Acceptance: Copyediting and author proof approval.
Review Timeline: Authors typically receive initial feedback within 4 weeks. If no communication is received after this period, inquiries may be sent to jns@zu.edu.ly with "Manuscript Status Inquiry - [ID]" in the subject line.
3. How to Submit
- Prepare manuscript according to Author Guidelines
- Ensure compliance with all Editorial Policies
- Submit through our online system or via email to jns@zu.edu.ly
Plagiarism Policy Statement
Our journal upholds a strict policy against plagiarism, which we define as the unauthorized use of another person’s work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution. This includes, but is not limited to, copying text, images, data, or any other content without appropriate citation or acknowledgment of the original source.
To ensure the integrity of published work, all submitted manuscripts are screened using advanced plagiarism detection software. Authors found to have engaged in plagiarism will face consequences, including manuscript rejection and potential restrictions on future submissions.
We urge all authors to adhere to the highest ethical standards in academic publishing and to ensure that all sources are properly credited in their work.
Publication Ethics & Policies
UZJNS adheres strictly to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and maintains the following standards:
Author Responsibilities
- Original work with proper attribution of others' contributions
- Full disclosure of conflicts of interest
- Prompt correction of errors discovered post-publication
- Cooperation with investigations of ethical concerns
Reviewer Responsibilities
- Objective, constructive evaluation without personal criticism
- Maintenance of confidentiality regarding manuscript details
- Prompt notification of any conflicts of interest
- Identification of relevant published work not cited
Editorial Responsibilities
- Fair evaluation based solely on academic merit
- Protection of author and reviewer confidentiality
- Transparency in editorial processes and decisions
- Investigation of ethical concerns using COPE flowcharts
Consequences of Violations
Breaches of ethical standards may result in:
- Immediate rejection of the submission
- Retraction of published articles with explanation
- Notification to authors' institutions or funders
- Temporary or permanent prohibition from submitting to UZJNS
Report Ethical Concerns
Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Fathi A. M. Bribesh
Email: jns@zu.edu.ly
All concerns will be treated confidentially and investigated thoroughly.
Additional Information
Open Access Policy
UZJNS provides immediate open access to all content under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) license, allowing:
- Sharing - Copy and redistribute the material
- Adaptation - Remix, transform, and build upon the material
- Attribution - Appropriate credit must be given
- NonCommercial - Material may not be used for commercial purposes
Archiving Policy
The journal ensures long-term digital preservation through:
- Regular backups of all content
- Participation in digital archiving programs
- Commitment to migrating content to new formats as needed
Contact Information
Editorial Office:
University of Zawia, Libya
Email: jns@zu.edu.ly
Manuscript Inquiries: Include manuscript ID in subject line
Why Publish With UZJNS?
- ✓ Rigorous peer review ensuring publication quality
- ✓ Global visibility through open access distribution
- ✓ Multidisciplinary audience and impact
- ✓ Ethical, transparent editorial processes
- ✓ No article processing or submission charges
- ✓ Crossref DOI assignment for permanent identification
We invite researchers worldwide to contribute their groundbreaking work to advance knowledge in the natural sciences!
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