About the Journal
Innovative Research Journal of Animal Biology (IRJAB)
The Innovative Research Journal of Animal Biology (Innov Res J Anim Biol or IRJAB) is a biannual, open-access, and double-blind peer-reviewed journal published in June and December. The journal is dedicated to advancing high-quality research in animal biology, veterinary sciences, and related biological disciplines.
IRJAB provides an international platform for researchers, veterinarians, biologists, academicians, and professionals to disseminate original and impactful research that enhances understanding of animal life, health, biodiversity, and sustainable management practices.
The journal promotes interdisciplinary, evidence-based research that bridges basic biological sciences and applied animal research, contributing to animal welfare, food security, environmental sustainability, and the One Health framework.
Focus and Scope
IRJAB welcomes original scholarly contributions in, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Animal Biology and Zoology
- Veterinary and Animal Health Sciences
- Animal Physiology and Anatomy
- Animal Genetics and Genomics
- Animal Nutrition and Feed Sciences
- Livestock Production and Management
- Wildlife Biology and Conservation
- Aquatic Biology and Fisheries Science
- Animal Reproduction and Developmental Biology
- Animal Microbiology and Parasitology
- Animal Biotechnology
- Ecology and Environmental Biology
- One Health and Zoonotic Diseases
The journal encourages national and international submissions, with special emphasis on promoting research from Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and other underrepresented regions.
Manuscript Types Accepted
- Original Research Articles
- Review Articles
- Short Communications
- Conference Proceedings
Peer Review Process
IRJAB follows a double-blind peer-review system. All submitted manuscripts are evaluated anonymously by independent experts to ensure scientific rigor, objectivity, and ethical integrity.
Open Access Policy
IRJAB provides immediate open access to all published content. The journal believes that free access to scientific knowledge promotes global collaboration and accelerates progress in animal and biological sciences.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
IRJAB does not charge any submission or publication fees. The journal is fully supported through collaborations and sponsorships, ensuring free publication for authors and free access for readers.
Plagiarism and AI Content Policy
- All submissions are screened using Turnitin plagiarism detection software.
- The acceptable similarity index must not exceed 18%.
- Any use of AI-assisted content must be clearly disclosed and must comply with COPE ethical guidelines.
Ethics and Publication Malpractice Statement
IRJAB adheres to international standards of publication ethics and best practices, including:
- International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE)
- Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)
- World Association of Medical Editors (WAME)
- Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA)
Copyright and Licensing
All articles published in IRJAB are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial (CC BY-NC) license.
- Authors retain full copyright of their work.
- Articles may be shared, adapted, and reused for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution.
Archiving Policy
IRJAB ensures long-term digital preservation through:
- LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archiving systems
- Hosting on the OJS/PKP platform
- Archiving in the Innovative Research Journals Publication Library
Authors are encouraged to self-archive their accepted manuscripts in institutional or subject repositories in accordance with the CC BY-NC license.
Indexing and Abstracting
IRJAB is indexed and/or abstracted in:
- Google Scholar
- Crossref
- EuroPub
- Index Copernicus
- Directory of Research Journal Indexing (DRJI)
- Research Bible
- PakMediNet
- Advanced Sciences Index
Journal Registration and Identifiers
The journal is registered with:
- Reviewers Credit
- ORCID
- DORA
- SECP
Privacy Statement
Personal information (including names, affiliations, and email addresses) submitted to IRJAB will be used exclusively for journal operations and will not be shared with third parties.
Publishing Format
Online-only publication
IRJAB supports sustainable, paperless publishing practices.
Editorial Office Contact
Editor-in-Chief
Faiz ur Rehman
Associate Professor
Department of Zoology, Govt College No.1, DI Khan, Pakistan
✉️ Email: [email protected]
Mobile no. +923469016431
Managing Editor
Arsalan Rasheed
Innovative Research Journals
✉️ Email: [email protected]
Address:
Innovative Research Journals
2nd Floor, City Center Plaza
Kohat Development Authority (KDA), Kohat – 26000
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Submissions
Authors are invited to submit manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system.
