About the Journal

Scope of VW Applied Sciences

VW Applied Sciences is an international, peer-reviewed, and multidisciplinary open access journal that publishes original research, reviews, and short communications focused on the practical application of scientific, engineering, and technological knowledge. The journal serves as a bridge between theoretical innovation and real-world implementation, promoting solutions that address industrial, environmental, and societal challenges.

The journal welcomes high-quality submissions from academia, industry, and research institutions that demonstrate applied relevance, technological advancement, and interdisciplinary impact.

Broad Subject Areas:

  • Applied Physics and Applied Chemistry
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Mechanical, Civil, and Structural Engineering
  • Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering
  • Chemical and Process Engineering
  • Environmental and Earth Sciences
  • Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
  • Computer Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence
  • Energy Systems and Renewable Technologies
  • Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
  • Data Science, IoT, and Smart Systems
  • Biomedical Engineering and Applied Biotechnology

Specific Subject Topics Include (but are not limited to):

  • Advanced materials and functional composites
  • Metallurgical processes, steelmaking, and continuous casting
  • Mineral processing, mining technologies, and resource engineering
  • Applied thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
  • Smart manufacturing and industrial automation
  • Renewable energy systems, batteries, and fuel cells
  • Waste management, environmental remediation, and sustainability
  • Applied geotechnics, hydrology, and earth system modeling
  • Structural design, materials durability, and construction technologies
  • Signal processing, embedded systems, and industrial electronics
  • Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data applications in engineering
  • Robotics, control systems, and mechatronics
  • Nanomaterials and surface engineering applications
  • Sensors, instrumentation, and microelectronics
  • Simulation, modeling, and optimization in applied research
  • Biomedical materials, devices, and bioengineering solutions
  • Circular economy and green technologies
  • Internet of Things (IoT) and cyber-physical systems
  • Applied optics, photonics, and spectroscopy
  • Additive manufacturing and advanced fabrication techniques

VW Applied Sciences is committed to fostering innovation in all applied fields and welcomes interdisciplinary research that combines theoretical insights with technological advancement. Articles must demonstrate relevance to real-world problems or industry practices to be considered for publication.

 2. Editorial Policies

Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts in the field. The peer review process ensures objectivity, quality, and academic integrity. Editors may also seek the input of subject matter specialists when required.

Publication Ethics
VW Applied Sciences adheres to the highest standards of ethics in publishing and follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability throughout the publication process.

Authorship Criteria
Only individuals who have made a significant intellectual contribution to the research and manuscript preparation should be listed as authors. AI tools must not be credited as authors and their use must be disclosed as per our AI Policy.

Plagiarism Policy
All submitted manuscripts are checked using plagiarism detection software. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, will result in immediate rejection or retraction of the published article.

AI Policy
Authors may use generative AI and AI-assisted tools to support manuscript preparation with appropriate disclosure and human oversight. AI use must be declared in a separate section (see our Generative AI Policy for full details).

3. Submission Guidelines

Manuscript Types Accepted:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Short Communications
  • Case Studies
  • Technical Notes

Language:

All submissions must be written in clear, academic English. Language editing support may be requested prior to peer review.

Formatting:

  • Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word.
  • Figures must be high-resolution (300 dpi minimum).
  • Reference style: APA / IEEE / Vancouver (depending on field – specify preferred style here).

Submission Portal: See submission tab on homepage

 Article Processing Charges (APC)

To promote wider dissemination of quality research and support authors during the early development phase of the journal, VW Applied Sciences is pleased to announce that:

All Article Processing Charges (APC) are fully waived for submissions accepted on or before December 31, 2025. The standard APC of INR 2000 per article will apply to submissions accepted from January 1, 2026, onwards.

Authors are encouraged to take advantage of the waiver period and contribute to the growing body of applied science research published by VALLWAY RESEARCH.

4. Indexing & Archiving (To be updated upon SCOPUS acceptance)

VW Applied Sciences is committed to long-term accessibility and digital preservation. All articles are archived at reliable professional industry-best hosted servers.

Indexing Goals:
The journal is under evaluation for inclusion in major abstracting and indexing databases, including:

  • Scopus
  • Web of Science (ESCI)
  • DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals)
  • CrossRef (for DOI assignment)
  • Google Scholar
  • BASE
  • Dimensions

5. Contact Information

Publisher:
VALLWAY RESEARCH
Tailwani, Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir, India, 192201
Email: editor@vallway.org
www.vallway.org

Editor-in-Chief:
Dr. Md Irfanul Haque Siddiqui
mdirfanhs@gmail.com

Editorial Office Contact:
Email: editor@vallway.org
Phone: +91 9103093058