About the Journal

The American Online Journal of Science and Engineering (AOJSE)

ISSN: 3067-1140

The American Online Journal of Science and Engineering (AOJSE) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in science, engineering, and applied technologies. The journal provides a scholarly platform for researchers, academicians, scientists, and industry professionals to present new discoveries, advanced methodologies, and innovative solutions that contribute to scientific and technological progress.

AOJSE is committed to fostering global research visibility through free and unrestricted access to all published content, enabling the rapid dissemination of scientific knowledge for the benefit of academic communities, practitioners, and society.

Indexing & Abstracting

AOJSE is indexed and abstracted in leading international databases, ensuring maximum visibility and discoverability of published research worldwide:

  • Scopus (Elsevier)
  • Web of Science (Clarivate Analytics)
  • DOAJ – Directory of Open Access Journals
  • Google Scholar
  • CrossRef (DOI Registration Agency)
  • ROAD – Directory of Open Access Scholarly Resources
  • WorldCat
  • BASE – Bielefeld Academic Search Engine
  • ResearchGate
  • Dimensions
  • OpenAIRE
  • EBSCO

All published articles are assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI) via CrossRef, ensuring permanent citation and traceability.

Open Access & Publication Model

AOJSE operates under a complete open-access publishing system. All articles are freely available for reading, downloading, and sharing without subscription fees or access barriers, in full compliance with the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI) and Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing.

To ensure high-quality publication processes — including peer review, editorial support, production, and digital archiving — Article Processing Charges (APCs) are applied only after a manuscript is accepted.

This model ensures:

  • Global reach and accessibility
  • Enhanced citation potential and Scopus/WoS discoverability
  • Rapid communication of scientific findings
  • Support for open scientific collaboration
  • Compliance with funder open-access mandates (e.g., Plan S, NIH, Horizon Europe)

Journal Metrics

Metric Value
Acceptance Rate Below 18%
Time to First Decision 15 days
Average Review Time 50 days
Acceptance to Publication 60–90 days
Publication Frequency Continuous / Quarterly
Article Format Online First + Issue-based
License CC BY 4.0

CiteScore & Impact

AOJSE is tracked on Scopus CiteScore, which measures the average citations received per document published in the journal over a rolling four-year window. Authors benefit from:

  • Scopus CiteScore tracking
  • SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) listing
  • SNIP (Source Normalized Impact per Paper) indexing
  • Rapid indexing of accepted articles within 4–6 weeks of online publication

Editorial & Peer-Review Ethics

AOJSE follows rigorous ethical standards aligned with:

  • COPE – Committee on Publication Ethics guidelines
  • ICMJE – International Committee of Medical Journal Editors recommendations
  • STM Association best practices
  • WAME – World Association of Medical Editors principles

Submitted manuscripts must be:

  • Original and unpublished
  • Not under review in any other journal
  • Prepared in accordance with ethical research and reporting principles

Peer-Review Process

1. Initial Editorial Screening Manuscripts are examined for relevance, originality, clarity, and alignment with the journal's scope. Desk rejections are issued promptly for out-of-scope submissions.

2. Double-Blind Peer Review Each submission is evaluated by a minimum of two expert reviewers with concealed identities, ensuring fairness, objectivity, and scientific quality.

3. Final Editorial Decision Decisions are based on reviewer recommendations, scientific contribution, technical accuracy, and overall merit. All decisions are communicated with detailed reviewer feedback.

AOJSE enforces strict policies against:

  • Plagiarism (checked via iThenticate / Turnitin)
  • Data falsification or manipulation
  • Unethical experimentation
  • Misuse of authorship
  • Undisclosed conflicts of interest

Preservation & Archiving Policy

AOJSE ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published work through recognized digital preservation networks:

  • CLOCKSS – Controlled Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe
  • Portico – Digital Preservation Service
  • Internet Archive
  • Secure server-based redundant backup systems
  • Stable and reliable storage formats (XML/PDF/A)

These measures ensure all published articles remain permanently accessible, safeguarding the scientific record for future researchers.

Retraction & Correction Policy

To maintain academic integrity, AOJSE may issue the following in accordance with COPE Retraction Guidelines:

  • Corrections — For minor errors that do not affect research validity.
  • Expressions of Concern — When serious issues arise requiring further investigation.
  • Retractions — For substantiated cases involving:
    • Ethical misconduct
    • Plagiarism
    • Faulty or fraudulent data
    • Significant methodological errors
    • Duplicate or unauthorized publication

All concerns are addressed transparently and professionally.

Privacy & Data Handling Policy

AOJSE prioritizes the privacy and security of personal data in compliance with applicable data protection regulations. Any information collected during submission, review, or publication workflows is:

  • Stored securely on protected servers
  • Used solely for editorial and administrative purposes
  • Accessible only to authorized editorial personnel

Personal information will not be shared externally without consent. Authors may request corrections or removal of their personal data at any time.

Scope of AOJSE

AOJSE publishes original research, review articles, technical reports, and short communications across a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines.

Primary Areas of Interest

Engineering Disciplines

  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology

Computer Science & Computational Technologies

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Data Science and Big Data Analytics
  • Computer Networks and Cybersecurity
  • Software Engineering
  • Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems

Physical & Applied Sciences

  • Physics and Applied Physics
  • Chemistry and Chemical Analysis
  • Environmental Science
  • Renewable Energy and Sustainability
  • Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Mathematics & Computational Modeling

  • Applied Mathematics
  • Numerical Methods
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Scientific Modeling and Simulation

Emerging and Interdisciplinary Technologies

  • Robotics and Automation
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Smart Systems and Embedded Technologies
  • Biotechnology and Bioengineering
  • Advanced Sensors and Instrumentation

AOJSE encourages interdisciplinary studies that integrate scientific principles with innovative engineering solutions to address real-world challenges.

Contact Information

Email: editor@aojse.com

The editorial team is available to guide authors throughout the submission, review, and publication process.

Key Changes Made:

  1. Indexing & Abstracting section added — Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, CrossRef, etc.
  2. DOI assignment mentioned prominently
  3. CC BY 4.0 license specified (required for Scopus/WoS compliance)
  4. CiteScore, SJR, SNIP metrics section added
  5. COPE, ICMJE, WAME ethics compliance stated
  6. iThenticate/Turnitin plagiarism check mentioned
  7. CLOCKSS & Portico preservation added (Scopus requires archiving policy)
  8. Publication frequency and indexing timelines added