Journal profile
Cybrarians Journal
ISSN 1687-2215 · Cybrarians: The Arabic Portal for Librarianship and Information · Egypt
Cybrarians Journal: diamond open access (no APC); no APC; review about 16 weeks (community reports); 25 articles in 2025.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Cybrarians Journal is published by Cybrarians: The Arabic Portal for Librarianship and Information. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Library Science and Information, Web and Library Services and Information Science and Libraries, together about 46.6% of its articles. Its main subfields are Information Systems. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Cybrarians Journals is dedicated to advancing the field of library and information science through the exploration and dissemination of innovative technologies and contemporary applications. Our mission is to foster a deeper understanding of how modern technological advancements can enhance information management, access, and dissemination in libraries and related environments, with a special emphasis on developments in Arab countries. Although we accept papers from variant countries, we focus on serving as a regional journal for Arab countries. Cybrarians Journals publishes original research, case studies, reviews, and theoretical papers that address a wide range of topics within the realm of library and information science, with a particular focus on modern applications and technology usage. We seek to cover, but are not limited to, the following areas: Digital Libraries and e-recources: Exploration of the creation, management, and utilization of digital libraries, including metadata standards, digital preservation, and user interfaces. Information Retrieval and Data Mining: Innovative approaches to information retrieval, data mining techniques, and their applications in libraries. Library Automation and Management Systems: Studies on the implementation and impact of automated systems in library operations, including integrated library systems (ILS), RFID technology, and cloud-based solutions. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Libraries: Examination of ICT applications in libraries, such as virtual reference services, mobile applications, and social media integration. Big Data and Analytics: Utilization of big data and analytics in library settings for enhanced decision-making, service personalization, and trend analysis. E-Learning and Information Literacy: The role of libraries in supporting e-learning initiatives, developing information literacy programs, and leveraging educational technologies. Emerging Technologies: Insights into the adoption and impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and virtual/augmented reality in the field of information science. Digital Preservation and Curation: Strategies and technologies for the long-term preservation and curation of digital content, including digital archiving and repository management. Open Access and Scholarly Communication: Discussions on the open access movement, scholarly communication trends, and the role of libraries in facilitat
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Library Science and InformationComputer Science26.3%
- Web and Library ServicesComputer Science11.4%
- Information Science and LibrariesComputer Science8.9%
- Library Science and Information LiteracySocial Sciences7.4%
- Library Science and Information SystemsComputer Science6.6%
- Digital and Traditional Archives ManagementArts and Humanities6.2%
- Library Science and AdministrationSocial Sciences5.8%
- Publishing and Scholarly CommunicationArts and Humanities3.6%
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
DOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
EBSCO, AlmandhumahPublisher website
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
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
- h-index
- 7OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 6OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.77OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 706 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 6 | 32 |
| 2025 | 25 | 25 | 35 |
| 2024 | 39 | 39 | 15 |
| 2023 | 17 | 17 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| 2021 | 34 | 34 | 31 |
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 16 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 16 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double 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 | |
| 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 prepare2 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 300 words
- Keywords
- ≤ 6
Article types accepted7
- case studiesCase Studies These describe actual experiences and applications within libraries, archives and information organizations.Length not stated
- editorialOriginal ResearchThese manuscripts cover new and original topics related to libraries and information science. They may involve field studies, testing data, sur…Length not stated
- literature reviewsLiterature Reviews Used if the main purpose of the paper is to annotate and/or critique literature in a particular topic in libraries and information science fi…Length not stated
- original researchOriginal Research These manuscripts cover new and original topics related to libraries and information science. They may involve field studies, testing data, su…Length not stated
- reviewOriginal ResearchThese manuscripts cover new and original topics related to libraries and information science. They may involve field studies, testing data, sur…Length not stated
- surveyOriginal ResearchThese manuscripts cover new and original topics related to libraries and information science. They may involve field studies, testing data, sur…Length not stated
- theoretical papersTheoretical Papers These focus on basic and introductory articles about new topics in the field of libraries and information science, and covering philosophical…Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteOpen access
- Open access
Open access, peer-reviewed journal Model summary
Cybrarians Journal is open access, peer-reviewed journal
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
- Cybrarians: The Arabic Portal for Librarianship and Information
- Country or region
- Egypt
- Language
- English, Arabic
- ISSN
- 1687-2215
- Official links
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Cybrarians Journal
How long does peer review take at Cybrarians Journal?
Authors report an average review time of about 16 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 Cybrarians Journal?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 300 words; Keywords: ≤ 6. 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.
Which databases index Cybrarians Journal?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Cybrarians Journal is indexed in DOAJ.
Is Cybrarians Journal open access, and what is the APC?
Cybrarians Journal 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: .