Aim and Scope

Aim

The Gandhara Journal of Natural Sciences (GJNS) is a peer-reviewed, biannual academic journal published by Kandahar University. It is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge by publishing high-quality, original research, reviews, and technical studies across a wide spectrum of natural and applied sciences.

GJNS serves as a multidisciplinary platform for scientists, engineers, medical professionals, and researchers to disseminate innovations, discoveries, and applied solutions to scientific and technological challenges. The journal emphasizes research that addresses global priorities and local needs, supporting sustainable development, technological progress, and health improvement in Afghanistan, the region, and beyond.

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Scope

GJNS invites contributions from all branches of natural and applied sciences. The scope includes, but is not limited to:

Biological and Life Sciences

Biodiversity and Conservation
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Microbiology and Biotechnology
Plant, Animal, and Environmental Sciences
Public Health and Epidemiology

Chemical Sciences

Organic, Inorganic, and Analytical Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry and Green Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Applied and Industrial Chemistry

Environmental and Earth Sciences

Climate Change and Sustainability Studies
Natural Resource Management
Geology, Hydrology, and Soil Science
Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies

Medical and Health Sciences

Clinical and Biomedical Research
Community and Preventive Medicine
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Nutrition and Human Health Studies
Medical Technology Innovations

Computer Science and Information Technology

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applications
Data Science and Big Data Analytics
Software Engineering and Systems Design
Cybersecurity and Network Systems
ICT for Sustainable Development

Engineering and Applied Sciences

Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronic Engineering
Renewable Energy Engineering
Environmental and Chemical Engineering
Materials Science and Nanotechnology
Robotics and Automation

Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Physics and Applied Physics
Astronomy and Space Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics for Scientific Research
Theoretical and Computational Physics

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Types of Contributions Accepted
GJNS publishes:

Original Research Articles
Review Articles
Case Studies and Field Reports
Short Communications
Technical Notes and Reports
Book Reviews in natural and applied sciences

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Target Audience