Journal profile · Environmental Science-Waste Management and Disposal
ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development
ISSN 0217-5460 · eISSN 2224-9028 · ASEAN Committee on Science and Technology · Indonesia
ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development: diamond open access (no APC); no APC; review about 14 weeks (community reports); 40 articles in 2025; indexed in Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development is published by ASEAN Committee on Science and Technology. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Marine Ecology and Invasive Species, Nuclear Physics and Applications and Boron Compounds in Chemistry, together about 21.1% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
AJSTD aims to promote and accelerate the discovery and ASEAN-wide application of scientific and technological innovations, the consequence of which should be greater prosperity for the people of Southeast Asia. We cover a wide range of technology-related fields, including biotechnology, non-conventional energy research, materials science and technology, marine sciences, atmospheric and earth sciences, food science and technology, microelectronics and information technology, space applications, science and technology policy, and infrastructure and resources development, within the specific context of ASEAN. Submitted articles must contribute to technological and economic development in Southeast Asia, or offer tangible solutions to the pressing issues faced by the region. Particular problems of interest include access to science and the adoption of new technologies, the equitable cross-border distribution of technological innovations, technology transfer and commercialization within the ASEAN region, the development and implementation of green technology, stability and technological sustainability, regional internet infrastructure and the digital economy, and transparency and economic growth through digital innovation. AJSTD is published by Universiti Brunei Darussalam in cooperation with ASEAN Committee on Science and Technology (COST). Topics AJSTD is a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary Journal encompassing a range of topics across various categories, including Data Science, Energy, Engineering, Health Sciences, Material Science, and Natural & Life Sciences. The journal covers specific topics including, but not limited to: Biotechnology Non-Conventional Energy Research Sustainable and Clean Energy Materials Science and Technology Marine Sciences and Economic Development Atmospheric and Earth Sciences Food Science and Technology Microelectronics and Information Technology Space Applications and Technology Policy Technology Transfer and Commercialization Green Technology Regional Internet Infrastructure and the Digital Economy Transparency and Economic Growth through Digital Innovation However, the focus of the Journal is on the economic and social development of the ASEAN community. Types of Articles: The journal welcomes submissions of papers covering Original Studies, Editorials, Reviews, Rapid Communications, Letters to the Editor, Commentaries, and Annual Meeting Abstracts.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Environmental Science-Waste Management and Disposal
Editor-in-chief Basilios TsikourasPublisher website
Editorial board by country: 2 in mainland China (about 6%); most named India 7, Malaysia 5, Greece 3, Indonesia 3, Mainland China 2 (34 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Marine Ecology and Invasive SpeciesEnvironmental Science9.2%
- Nuclear Physics and ApplicationsPhysics and Astronomy6.4%
- Boron Compounds in ChemistryMedicine5.5%
- Biofuel production and bioconversionEngineering5.1%
- Polymer Nanocomposites and PropertiesMaterials Science5.1%
- Biodiesel Production and ApplicationsEngineering4.6%
- Natural Fiber Reinforced CompositesMaterials Science4.1%
- Water Quality Monitoring and AnalysisEnvironmental Science4.1%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
ScopusDOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 1.1LetPub ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.16LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.24LetPub ·
- h-index
- 19OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 51OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.98OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 632 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2025 | 40 | 40 | 36 |
| 2024 | 70 | 70 | 83 |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 | 15 | 15 | 80 |
| 2021 | 18 | 18 | 91 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 14 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 14 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Single anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Diamond open access (no APC)DOAJ
Every article is open access and authors pay no article processing charge.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | No APC | No | CC BY-SA | |
| LetPub | No APC | No | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare4 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 300 words
- Keywords
- 4–6
- Reference style
- APA
- Cover letter
- Required
Article types accepted13
- annual meeting abstractAnnual Meeting Abstract: Annual meeting abstracts are concise summaries of research presented at annual meetings or conferences.Length not stated
- commentaryThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- editorialThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- letter to the editorThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- letters to the editorThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- opinionThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- original research articleThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- original studyOriginal Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic within a scientific discipline.Length not stated
- perspectiveThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- rapid communicationThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- research articleThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- reviewThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
- review articleThe journal seeks to publish contributions in the following forms: Original Study: Original Studies are in-depth research articles that explore a specific topic…Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websitePeer review
- Peer review Peer Review
All manuscripts are subjected to peer review and are expected to meet the standards of academic excellence. If approved by the editor, submissions will be considered by peer reviewers, whose identities will remain anonymous to the authors (Single-blind peer review). The decision regarding the acceptance or rejection of a manuscript is the responsibility of the editorial board and is based on the r…
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- ASEAN Committee on Science and Technology
- Country or region
- Indonesia
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 0217-5460
- Electronic ISSN
- 2224-9028
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 43, Issue 2 (2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗DOAJ
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Author guidelines ↗LetPub
- Aims & Scope ↗LetPub
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
- APC information ↗DOAJ
- Open access statement ↗DOAJ
- License & copyright ↗DOAJ
- Peer review process ↗LetPub
- Editorial board ↗LetPub
- Plagiarism policy ↗DOAJ
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development
How long does peer review take at ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development?
Authors report an average review time of about 14 weeks. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 300 words; Keywords: 4–6; Reference style: APA; Cover letter: Required. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development based?
Of the 34 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 2 (about 6%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are India (7), Malaysia (5) and Greece (3). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development is indexed in Scopus and DOAJ.
Is ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development open access, and what is the APC?
ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development is a diamond open-access journal (no APC). It charges no article processing charge.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, DOAJ, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .