Journal of Advanced Research in Botany
Advancing botanical knowledge through peer-reviewed research on plant evolution, diversity, and comparative biology
Journal of Advanced Research in Botany (JARB) is a premier open access, peer-reviewed journal serving as a trusted platform for botanists, plant scientists, researchers, and students worldwide. JARB publishes groundbreaking original research and comprehensive reviews across all aspects of botanical science, with particular emphasis on evolutionary and comparative studies of both living and fossil plants.
As an interdisciplinary publication, JARB bridges multiple botanical disciplines including plant systematics, phylogenetics, morphology, ecology, genetics, biochemistry, and biodiversity studies. Our mission is to accelerate the dissemination of high-quality botanical research that advances scientific understanding and contributes to conservation, agriculture, and ecosystem management.
Comprehensive Botanical Scope
JARB welcomes submissions covering the full spectrum of botanical research. Our editorial focus encompasses foundational plant biology, applied research, and emerging interdisciplinary approaches that illuminate plant structure, function, evolution, and ecological relationships.
For detailed scope information and thematic priorities, please visit our Aims and Scope page.
Why Publish With JARB
Rigorous Peer Review
Every manuscript undergoes comprehensive evaluation by international experts in botanical sciences. Our single-blind peer review process ensures objective assessment of methodology, scientific validity, and contribution to the field while maintaining author confidentiality.
Global Visibility
Open access publication ensures your research reaches botanists, ecologists, conservationists, educators, and policymakers worldwide without subscription barriers. Published articles receive broad indexing across scientific databases.
Rapid Publication Timeline
We prioritize efficient editorial workflows while maintaining quality standards. Authors typically receive first decisions within 4-6 weeks of submission, with accepted manuscripts published online within days of final approval.
Enhanced Research Impact
Publishing in a reputable botanical journal elevates the credibility and visibility of your work. JARB facilitates collaboration opportunities, citation growth, and professional recognition within the botanical research community.
Key Publishing Advantages
- Open Access Dissemination: Immediate, unrestricted access to your research maximizes readership and citation potential across academic, conservation, and applied botany sectors.
- Expert Editorial Guidance: Our editorial board comprises distinguished botanists with specialized expertise across plant systematics, ecology, genetics, and physiology who provide constructive feedback throughout the review process.
- International Recognition: JARB publication enhances your professional profile and demonstrates research quality to funding agencies, academic institutions, and collaborative networks.
- Interdisciplinary Reach: Your work connects with researchers across botany, ecology, agriculture, conservation biology, environmental science, and related disciplines.
- Permanent Archiving: All published articles receive long-term preservation and are indexed in multiple scientific databases, ensuring continued accessibility.
Manuscript Submission Guidelines
Authors planning to submit to JARB should thoroughly review our Instructions for Authors to ensure compliance with formatting, ethical, and technical requirements. All submissions must represent original research not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
Online Submission Portal
Submit manuscripts directly through our online submission system. Follow the step-by-step instructions for uploading your manuscript file, figures, tables, supplementary materials, and author information. The system guides you through all required metadata fields.
Manuscript Zone System
Access our advanced editorial management platform at Manuscript Zone for comprehensive submission tracking. You will receive a manuscript acknowledgment number via email within 72 hours of successful submission.
Email Submission
Alternatively, submit manuscripts and cover letters via email to [email protected]. Include all files as attachments and clearly identify the manuscript title and corresponding author in your email subject line.
Manuscript Preparation: Ensure your submission includes a complete title page, structured abstract (250 words maximum), 4-6 keywords, main manuscript text with sections appropriate to your study type, properly formatted references following our citation style, and high-resolution figures with descriptive captions. All manuscripts must be prepared in English with spelling and grammar carefully checked. Plagiarism screening is conducted on all submissions.
Article Processing Charges
JARB operates on an open access publishing model supported by article processing charges (APCs). These fees cover professional peer review coordination, editorial management, typesetting, XML and metadata production, permanent archiving, and indexing services. APCs are assessed only upon manuscript acceptance, ensuring authors incur costs only for published work.
Detailed APC information, including fee structures, payment methods, and available waivers for authors from developing countries, can be found on our Article Processing Charges page. We are committed to ensuring financial barriers do not prevent dissemination of important botanical research.
Distinguished Editorial Board
JARB's editorial excellence is guided by an international board of accomplished botanists representing diverse specializations and geographic regions. Our editors provide expert oversight of manuscript evaluation, maintain scientific integrity, and ensure published research meets the highest standards of botanical scholarship.
View complete editorial board profiles, research interests, and contact information on our Editorial Board page.
Submit Your Botanical Research to JARB
Join the growing community of botanists advancing plant science through open access publication. Share your discoveries with researchers, educators, conservationists, and policymakers worldwide.
Questions or Inquiries? Our editorial office is committed to supporting authors throughout the publication process. For questions regarding manuscript suitability, submission procedures, peer review status, or any other matters, please contact us at [email protected]. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
