About the Journal

The Adamawa State University Journal of Scientific Research (ADSUJSR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in various scientific disciplines. We welcome original research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications that contribute to scientific advancements.

Editorial Policy

1. Originality and Scope

ADSUJSR is committed to publishing high-quality, original research that advances scientific knowledge across various disciplines. We uphold the principles of academic integrity, ensuring that all submissions are thoroughly reviewed for originality, relevance, and scientific merit. Manuscripts must be the authors' own work and should not have been published or submitted elsewhere.

2. Peer Review and Ethical Standards

All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness, objectivity, and scholarly excellence. We adhere to ethical guidelines established by international academic publishing bodies, and we expect authors to comply with ethical research standards, including proper citation, data transparency, and conflict of interest disclosure.

3. Philosophy and Commitment

ADSUJSR believes in fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, innovation, and intellectual exchange. We provide an inclusive platform that encourages diverse perspectives and multidisciplinary research collaborations. Our mission is to contribute to global knowledge while addressing local and regional scientific challenges.

4. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their published work while granting ADSUJSR the right to publish, distribute, and archive their articles. All published content is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing for unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided proper credit is given to the original authors and source.

5. Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct

We maintain a strict anti-plagiarism policy. Manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools, and any submission found to contain plagiarized content, falsified data, or unethical research practices will be rejected or retracted.

6. Disclaimer

The opinions and findings expressed in articles published in ADSUJSR are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Editorial Board, Adamawa State University, or affiliated institutions.

Submission Guidelines

General Submission Requirements

• Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by another journal.
• All submissions should be written in clear and concise English.
• Authors must adhere to ethical research and publication standards, including proper citation and conflict of interest disclosures.

Manuscript Structure

All submitted manuscripts should follow the structure below:

Formatting Guidelines

• Manuscripts should be prepared in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx)
• Use Times New Roman, size 12, double-spacing throughout
• Margins should be set at 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
• Main headings: Bold, sentence case — Subheadings: Italicized
• Figures and tables should be numbered sequentially with appropriate captions

Citation and Referencing Style

Authors must strictly use the APA 7th edition referencing style. In-text citations should follow this format: (Author, Year). Example: (Smith, 2025). The reference list should be arranged alphabetically at the end of the manuscript.

How to Submit

Authors should submit manuscripts via the journal's online submission system or by email to adsujsr@adsu.edu.ng. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.

Peer Review Policy

All manuscripts submitted to ADSUJSR undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process by at least two independent expert reviewers. This ensures fairness, objectivity, and scholarly excellence in all published work.

Review Process

• All submissions undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers
• The review process typically takes 6–8 weeks
• Authors may be required to make minor or major revisions before final acceptance
• The Editor-in-Chief makes the final publication decision

Ethical Standards

We adhere to ethical guidelines established by international academic publishing bodies. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards, including proper citation, data transparency, and conflict of interest disclosure. Editors and reviewers must maintain confidentiality and should not upload unpublished manuscripts into public AI platforms.

Ethical Considerations for Authors

• Authors must ensure their research complies with ethical standards, including obtaining informed consent where required
• Plagiarism, fabrication, falsification, and duplicate publication are strictly prohibited
• Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest
• Manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools

Open Access Policy

To enhance knowledge dissemination, ADSUJSR is an open-access journal, meaning all published articles are freely available without subscription fees. This model ensures that research findings reach a global audience, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their published work while granting ADSUJSR the right to publish, distribute, and archive their articles. All published content is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing for unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided proper credit is given to the original authors and source.

AI Policy

ADSUJSR recognizes the growing role of AI tools in scientific research. While AI may support authors in improving language, data organization, or analytical processes, their use must be transparent, ethical, and consistent with academic integrity.

• Authors must disclose the use of any AI tool in the Acknowledgments or Methods section
• AI must not be used to generate fabricated data, results, or references
• AI tools or chatbots may not be listed as authors or co-authors
• Authors bear full responsibility for all content, including portions developed with AI assistance

Publication Ethics

ADSUJSR is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and quality. All parties involved — authors, editors, and reviewers — are expected to adhere to best practices in ethical publishing.

• Plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and duplicate publication are strictly prohibited
• Authors must obtain proper permissions for any copyrighted material used
• All authors listed on a manuscript must have made a significant contribution to the work
• The journal follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

Contact

For further inquiries regarding editorial policies, submission guidelines, or ethical standards, please contact: