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About This Journal

JASN is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication dedicated to advancing research in applied sciences and nanotechnology. Established in 2021 by the College of Applied Sciences, University of Technology–Iraq, the journal provides a platform for disseminating original research and critical reviews that bridge theoretical foundations with practical innovations in science and engineering.

JASN publishes high-quality experimental and theoretical studies in areas such as applied mathematics, materials science, biotechnology, applied chemistry, applied physics, laser science and technology, and nanotechnology. Its mission is to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, foster the application of scientific principles to emerging technologies, and contribute to sustainable and innovative solutions that address real-world challenges.

JASN operates a double-blind peer-review process to ensure rigorous evaluation and uphold the highest scholarly standards. All manuscripts are screened for originality and plagiarism before review. Accepted papers are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0), replacing the previously used CC BY 4.0 license, ensuring free access and broad dissemination of knowledge.

This journal follows the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to maintain integrity, transparency, and accountability throughout its editorial and publishing processes.

Journal History

JASN was founded in 2021 by the College of Applied Sciences, University of Technology–Iraq. Established as an open-access, peer-reviewed journal, it promotes high-quality research in applied sciences and nanotechnology. In 2025, JASN transitioned to the Digital Commons platform to expand global visibility, strengthen editorial workflows, and align with international publishing standards.

Publishing Schedule

JASN is published quarterly, with issues released in March, June, September, and December each year. Articles are published as part of complete issues following acceptance and final production. This regular schedule ensures timely dissemination of peer-reviewed research across all areas of applied sciences and nanotechnology.

Open Access Statement

JASN is an open access publication. All articles are freely available to read, download, and share immediately upon publication, without subscription fees or access restrictions.

Effective January 2026, JASN will publish all articles under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0), replacing the previously used CC BY 4.0 license.

Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant JASN the right to publish and distribute it. Readers and researchers may copy and redistribute the published work for non-commercial purposes, provided that appropriate credit is given to the original author(s) and source. Modified or adapted versions of the work may not be distributed.

There is no embargo period and no registration requirement for accessing published articles. To cover the costs of open access, an Article Processing Charge (APC) is applied only to accepted articles from Iraq, while no APC is charged to authors from other countries. Please see the Authors Guidelines page for full details.

Abstracting and Indexing

JASN is indexed in:

  • DOAJ
  • ROAD
  • Iraqi Academic Scientific Journals (IASJ)

Article metadata and DOIs are registered via CrossRef, and published content is discoverable through Google Scholar, enhancing the visibility of published articles.

Language

The publication language of the journal is English.

Digital Archiving

The journal’s content is preserved through the CLOCKSS digital archive to support long-term access and preservation.

All published articles are assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) via CrossRef, providing persistent and reliable links to the versions of record.

Speed and Acceptance Rate

  • Acceptance rate: 19%
  • Average time from submission to the first editorial decision: 20 days

Contact Information

Publisher

University of Technology – Iraq
Al-Wehda Neighborhood, Al-Sinaa Street
P.O. Box 19006, Baghdad, Iraq
https://uotechnology.edu.iq/
Email: [email protected]

Editorial Office

Journal Editorial Office, College of Applied Sciences
University of Technology – Iraq
Al-Wehda Neighborhood, Al-Sinaa Street, Baghdad, Iraq
P.O. Box 19006, Baghdad, Iraq
Email: [email protected]