research journal of biotechnology

Research Journal of Biotechnology

Guide for Authors

1. General Information

The Research Journal of Biotechnology (RJB) is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high-quality original research articles, review articles, and short communications in all areas of biotechnology and life sciences. The journal follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure scientific accuracy and integrity.

Authors are advised to carefully read and follow these guidelines before submitting their manuscripts. Submissions that do not comply with these instructions may be returned for correction or rejected without review.

Submission of a manuscript confirms that the work:

  • Has not been published previously
  • Is not under consideration elsewhere
  • Has been approved by all contributing authors


2. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

RJB accepts the following types of manuscripts:

2.1 Original Research Articles

These should present novel experimental or theoretical findings with significant contributions to biotechnology and life sciences.

2.2 Review Articles

Comprehensive, critical, and up-to-date reviews of specific topics within the journal’s scope.

2.3 Short Communications

Brief reports of important findings that require rapid dissemination. These should be concise and focused.


3. Manuscript Preparation

3.1 Language and Format
  • Manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English
  • File format: MS Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • Line spacing: Double-spaced
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Pages must be numbered consecutively


4. Structure of the Manuscript

4.1 Title Page

Include:

  • Full title (concise and informative)
  • Names of all authors
  • Institutional affiliations
  • Corresponding author details (email required)
4.2 Abstract
  • Maximum 250 words
  • Include objective, methodology, key results, and conclusions
  • Avoid references and abbreviations
4.3 Keywords
  • Provide 3–6 keywords for indexing
4.4 Introduction
  • Background and context
  • Literature review
  • Clearly defined objectives
4.5 Materials and Methods
  • Detailed methodology for reproducibility
  • Materials and sources
  • Statistical analysis
  • Ethical approval (if applicable)
4.6 Results
  • Present findings clearly
  • Use tables and figures where needed
  • Avoid interpretation
4.7 Discussion
  • Interpret results
  • Compare with previous studies
  • Highlight significance and limitations
4.8 Conclusion
  • Summarize key findings
  • State scientific contribution
4.9 Acknowledgements
  • Funding sources
  • Contributions not qualifying for authorship
4.10 Conflict of Interest

Authors must declare conflicts or include:

“The authors declare no conflict of interest.”


5. Tables and Figures

5.1 Tables
  • Number consecutively
  • Include clear titles
  • Place near first citation
5.2 Figures
  • High resolution required
  • Number consecutively
  • Include descriptive legends
  • Clearly label axes and units


6. Abbreviations and Units

  • Define abbreviations at first use
  • Use SI units
  • Italicize gene symbols where applicable


7. References

Use numerical citation style in order of appearance.

Examples

Journal Article
Author(s). Title. Journal Name. Year;Volume(Issue):Pages.

Book
Author(s). Title. Edition. Publisher; Year.

Authors are responsible for reference accuracy.


8. Ethical Considerations

8.1 Human and Animal Studies

Must include:

  • Ethical approval
  • Informed consent (if applicable)
8.2 Research Integrity

RJB strictly prohibits:

  • Plagiarism
  • Data fabrication or falsification
  • Duplicate submission
  • Image manipulation


9. Plagiarism Policy

All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools.

  • Acceptable similarity index: ≤ 15%
  • Manuscripts exceeding this limit may be rejected


10. Peer Review Process

  • Initial editorial screening
  • Double-blind review by experts
  • Revision based on reviewer comments
  • Final decision by Editor-in-Chief

Average review time: 2–4 weeks


11. Article Processing Charges (APC)

APC: USD 200 per article

  • Covers editorial processing, peer review, and publication
  • No submission fee


12. Submission Method

Authors should submit manuscripts via email to:

📩 submission@rjbjournal.com

All correspondence will be handled with the corresponding author.


13. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work.
The journal is granted the right to publish and distribute the article.


14. Final Note to Authors

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in:

  • Delay in review
  • Request for corrections
  • Rejection without peer review

Authors are strongly encouraged to ensure full compliance before submission.

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