International University Journal

Affiliated with the Libyan International University

About the Journal

The International University Journal (IUJ) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal . Its contents are freely accessible; however, authors may sustain fees for processing and publications of manuscripts. Although generative AI is not employed to produce the scientific content itself, it is utilized to streamline the manuscript submission process and detect plagiarism or deepfake media.
To publish open access in this journal you may be asked to pay an Article Publishing Charges (APCs). For a limited time only, the publisher may offer a substantial discount on APCs. For more information on APCs click here

Peer-reviewed

Open Access

AI-assisted submission

Article Processing Charges (APCs) Policy

To support high-quality peer review, editorial services, and open access dissemination, our journal requests an Article Processing Charges (APCs) for each manuscript. This fee is split into two installments to balance operational costs with author flexibility.

Payment Structure

Fee Type Amount Timing Purpose
Initial Submission Fee 25% of Total APC Due upon manuscript submission Covers preliminary costs (administrative checks, editorial triage, coordination of peer reviewers)
Final Publication Fee 75% of Total APC Due after manuscript acceptance Covers expenses such as copyediting, layout, proofreading, online hosting, and distribution

Important notes

Non-Refundable Portion
  • The 25% submission fee is non-refundable, as it offsets the journal’s immediate editorial and review-related expenditures.
  • If a manuscript is rejected or withdrawn before acceptance, no refund is made and no further payment is required.
Conditions for Final Fee
  • Once the manuscript is accepted, payment must be submitted by the stated deadline (e.g., within 7 days) to initiate the final production process.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

  • Rejections:
    If the manuscript is not accepted, no additional fee is charged. The initial 25% remains non-refundable.
  • Withdrawals:
    • Before Acceptance: Authors forfeit the 25% submission fee.
    • After Acceptance: The publisher reserves the right to charge a portion or all the remaining 75% fee if production work has already begun (case-dependent).

Payment Methods

Credit cards

Bank transfers

Secure online payment platforms

  • Payment details and invoices will be provided upon submission (for the initial fee) and upon acceptance (for the final fee).
  • Promotional Discounts: Discounted at approximately 10% of international average charge.

Transparency and Editorial Independence

    • Editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit. The payment or non-payment of fees has no influence on the acceptance of a manuscript.
    • Fee details are clearly stated in our submission guidelines and communicated to authors throughout the review process.

Mission Statement

The International University Journal is dedicated to advancing high-quality, multidisciplinary research and providing an inclusive platform for academic excellence. We maintain a rigorous peer-review process, striving to publish accepted manuscripts in the subsequent issue within 30–90 days.

Journal Scope

We welcome a variety of manuscript types including original research, review articles, systematic reviews, case studies, and short communications over and above invited editorial viewpoints and commentary articles in the following domains:

Medical and Health Sciences

Clinical Medicine, Surgical Sciences, Public Health and Epidemiology, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Biomedical Sciences, Nursing and Allied Health, Preventive and Social Medicine, Dental Sciences, Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Health Technology and Innovation, Rehabilitation and Geriatrics, Mental Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics and Neonatology, AI in Health, Health Education and Research.

Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology, Environmental Studies and Sustainability, Industrial and Materials Science.

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Astronomy, Mathematics, and Statistics.

Psychology, Sociology, Economics and Business Studies, Political Science and Public Administration, Anthropology, Education, and Developmental Studies.

Philosophy, Literature and Linguistics, History and Cultural Studies, Visual and Performing Arts, Religious Studies, Theology.

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability and Climate Studies, Biomedical and Biotechnological Research, Global Studies, and International Relations.

We strongly encourage submissions that introduce novel insights, utilize innovative methodologies, or foster dialogue across multiple subject areas. By embracing interdisciplinary research, the International University Journal seeks to serve as a dynamic platform for scholarly excellence and global academic exchange.

IUJ Medicine Editorial Board

Dr. Carlos Mestres, MD, Ph.D., FETCS
Editor-in-Chief
Spain
Dr. Reida El Oakley, MBBS, FRCS, MD
Senior Editor
Libya
Dr. Hala Ben Ghasheer, DrDPH, MCOH, MDSc, BDS
Managing editor
Libya
Dr. Asma S. Mohamed Elmabruk Alsarrah, BS.Pharma., PhD
Managing editor
United States of America
Dr. Wisam Menesi, MD, FRCSC
Associate Editor
Canada
Dr. Murad Ghrew, MB, ChB, MD, CCST, FRCP, FFICM
Editorial Board Member
United Kingdom
Dr. Mario Petrou, PhD, FRCS (C-Th)
Editorial Board Member
United Kingdom
Zuhir Bodalal, MD, MSc (Oncology)
Editorial Board Member
United States
Dr. Almatmed Abdelsalam, MD, MS
Editorial Board Member
United States
Dr. Naguib El-Muttardi, MBBch, MSC, MD, FRCS, FRCS(plst) Ed
Editorial Board Member
United Kingdom
Dr. Nibras Bughrara, MD, FASA, FCCM
Editorial Board Member
United States of America
Dr. Adel Altawaty, MBChB, DCH, CABP, JMHPE
Senior Editorial Assistant
Libya
Khairya Elmuttardi, Bsc
Editorial Assistants

Editorial Policies

Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in academic publishing.

Peer-Review Process

Manuscript submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process to ensure unbiased evaluations. An initial decision will be made within 3 to 5 days after submission and a final decision will be made within 2 to 3 days after receiving feedback from the reviewer. The journal is committed to uphold a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring all accepted manuscripts are published in the next issue within 30–90 days.

Ethics Policy

The journal adheres to core principles for editors and Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of research integrity.

Plagiarism Detection

All submissions are screened using advanced artificial intelligence tools to ensure originality excluding plagiarism and deep fake data.

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