About the Journal

Focus and Scope

Jurnal Biologi Universitas Andalas (translated as Journal on Biology of Andalas University, abbreviated as JBioUA) is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal. It publishes research papers, technical reports, conceptual papers, and case studies in the field of biology. The first issue of Jurnal Biologi Universitas Andalas was published in 2012. The journal is managed by the Biology Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Andalas, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia. It focuses on recent developments in biodiversity and conservation. Submissions discussing hard systems are welcomed, particularly if they contribute to the optimization of soft system aspects, as outlined in the journal’s focus and scope.

JBioUA collaborates closely with the Konsorsium Biologi Indonesia (KOBI), which contributes editorial board members, peer reviewers, and authors—professionals aligned with the journal’s aims and scope.

Topics covered in this journal include, but are not limited to:

  • Biosystematics

  • Microbiology

  • Genetics

  • Plant development and growth

  • Animal development and growth

  • Plant physiology

  • Animal physiology

  • Ecology

  • Biotechnology

Peer Review Process

Manuscript submission is managed through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform or via email. Every submitted article will first be screened by the editor before being sent to at least two independent reviewers. The journal uses a blind peer-review system, meaning that authors will not know the identity of the reviewers.

Reviewers provide feedback, particularly regarding the scientific content, which must be addressed and revised promptly by the authors. Revised manuscripts should be resubmitted through the OJS system and/or by email (ejurnalbioua@gmail.com). Editors and reviewers will perform a final check before the article proceeds to publication. Once accepted for publication, authors will be required to complete administrative processes, including fee payment.

Publication Frequency

The first issue of JBioUA was published in November 2012. Initially, the journal published two issues per volume. From 2013 to 2015, the frequency increased to four issues per volume, before returning to two issues per volume starting in 2016. This frequency remains in effect to this day.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content, based on the principle that making research freely available supports a wider global exchange of knowledge.

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Sources of Support

Journal History

Jurnal Biologi Universitas Andalas (JBioUA) is a scientific periodical that publishes research articles, technical papers, conceptual analyses, and case studies. Its inaugural issue appeared in 2012, and since then it has remained committed to advancing knowledge in biology, with a special emphasis on biodiversity and conservation.

The journal collaborates with the Konsorsium Biologi Indonesia (KOBI), involving professionals who contribute as editorial members, reviewers, and authors in accordance with the journal’s vision and mission.

After undergoing a self-evaluation by ARJUNA (National Journal Accreditation), JBioUA achieved a ranking of Sinta 4. The journal is indexed in Google Scholar, Indonesian Publication Index (IPI), DOAJ, Garuda, and Neredataltics, and its metadata is registered with Crossref.