Asian Journal of Medical Sciences

Introduction: Asian Journal of Medical Sciences

The Asian Journal of Medical Sciences is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original research articles, review papers, and case reports in all areas of medical sciences. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers, academicians, and healthcare professionals to disseminate their findings and share their knowledge and experiences in the field of medical sciences. The Asian Journal of Medical Sciences gets original content relevant to recent advances in medical sciences. The contributors include medical practitioners and scientists in the field of medicine and also the field of developments in medical sciences also those who are interested in publishing their advanced research practices.

The Asian Journal of Medical Sciences (AJMS) was first published in May 2010, marking the beginning of its scholarly journey. The journal is available both online and in print, with an electronic ISSN of 2091-0576 and a print ISSN of 2467-9100. AJMS has steadily gained recognition in the scientific community and was added to the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) on 26th May 2020. Subsequently, on 15th December 2020, AJMS was also added to CAB Abstracts and/or Global Health database, starting coverage from Volume 11, No. 1, 2020 onwards. Full-text articles are readily available, and the journal continues to maintain high standards of scientific rigour and ethical publishing practices.

The journal will consider clinical or laboratory research studies and case report for publication. Additionally, papers on specific themes, such as invited papers, editorials, and reviews, may also be accepted for publication. To be eligible for publication, manuscripts must be original and cannot be under consideration for publication elsewhere, including any accompanying pictures, tables, and figures.

The scope of the journal covers various disciplines including but not limited to anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, microbiology, immunology, surgery, radiology, and clinical medicine. The journal is committed to maintaining high standards of scientific integrity and ethical publishing practices. With an international editorial board and a rigorous peer-review process, the Asian Journal of Medical Sciences aims to contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge and improve the quality of healthcare globally.

Scientific Profile

The scientific profile of the journal covers the disciplines of Molecular Medicine, Biochemical Research Methods, and Immunology. It falls under the Web of Science categories of Medicine, General & Internal, Medicine, Research & Experimental, Microbiology, Nutrition & Dietetics, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Otorhinolaryngology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging, and Tropical Medicine. The journal is indexed in various databases, including ICI Journals Master List / ICI World of Journals, Central and Eastern European Online Library (CEEOL), WorldCat, JSTOR, EBSCO, Zoological Record, Genomics, Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), Cambridge Scientific Abstracts (CSA, Proquest), Ulrich’s periodicals, and Google Scholar. These databases ensure that the journal’s published research is widely accessible and contributes to the advancement of the scientific community.

Asian Journal of Medical Sciences Process of Publication

The Asian Journal of Medical Sciences charges publication fees of up to $200 for article processing charges (APCs), with no waiver policy available. The peer review process includes a preliminary review by the editor, followed by three peer reviews, one of which is an external reviewer. Peer reviewers are given three to four weeks to submit their report, and the author is given one week to revise their article based on the feedback. The journal publishes 12 issues per year, both online and in print. It takes approximately 20 weeks from submission to publication of an accepted article. The APC for authors from SAARC countries is $150, and for others, it is $200. If authors withdraw their article after peer review and acceptance, they will receive a refund of 70% of the APC, but no refunds will be given once the article is processed.The publication offers unrestricted access to its content right away to facilitate the worldwide dissemination of information.

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Publication Ethics And Publication Malpractice Statement

The Publication Ethics and Publication Malpractice Statement of the Asian Journal of Medical Sciences outlines the ethical standards expected from all parties involved in the publishing process, including authors, journal editors, peer reviewers, and publishers. The journal’s ethical statements are based on COPE’s Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

The editor of the journal is responsible for deciding which submitted articles should be published. The editor must evaluate manuscripts for their intellectual content without regard to the authors’ background or personal credentials other than academic and professional grounds. The editor may confer with other editors or reviewers in making this decision and should be guided by the policies of the journal’s editorial board and the legal requirements regarding libel, copyright infringement, and plagiarism.

The journal emphasizes fair play in the publishing process and upholds the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts. The corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, other editorial advisers, and the publisher, where applicable, are the only parties to whom the editor and any editorial staff may reveal information about a submitted manuscript.

It is necessary to declare any potential conflicts of interest, and the unpublished information provided in a manuscript must not be utilized by an editor in their own research unless the author provides written permission. The Asian Journal of Medical Sciences adheres to stringent ethical principles to ensure that published articles adhere to the highest levels of ethical and intellectual integrity.

Duties of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to promptly notify the editor if they are unable to review the manuscript and treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. The reviews should be conducted objectively and without personal criticism, with relevant published work identified and any conflicts of interest disclosed. The review process may yield privileged information, which must be kept private and not exploited for one’s own gain.

Duties of Author

The reporting requirements for authors of original research call for a fair discussion of the relevance of the work done as well as an accurate portrayal of the work that was done. Originality and proper citation of sources are expected, as is a proper acknowledgement of co-authors and contributors. Data should be made available for editorial review and public access when practicable. Multiple publications of the same research is considered unethical behaviour. Authors should disclose any conflicts of interest or sources of financial support. Errors in published work should be promptly corrected. If the work involves any hazardous materials, the author must clearly identify them.

Details About the Publisher

• Manipal Colleges of Medical Sciences Phulbari Campus Kaski, Pokhara Nepal, Phulbari Campus, 33700 Pokhara
• Tel: +977-9816664537
• E-mail: ajmscience@gmail.com
• Website: https://www.manipal.edu.np/

References

• https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/AJMS
• https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/AJMS/about
• https://doaj.org/toc/2091-0576
• https://researcher.life/journal/asian-journal-of-medical-sciences/39552