About the Journal

Advancing the frontiers of tropical medicine and biomedical sciences through rigorous peer review and open dissemination of knowledge.

The African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research (AJTMBR) is a multidisciplinary, international, and peer-reviewed journal published by the College of Health Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria.

It serves as a premier platform for researchers across Africa to share their findings and contribute to the global discourse on tropical medicine and biomedical sciences.

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Editorial Board

Meet our distinguished editorial team and advisory board members.

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Focus and Scope

AJTMBR is dedicated to disseminating innovative, relevant, and impactful research in all aspects of tropical medicine, biomedical sciences, and related fields. The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, editorials, commentaries, short reports, case reports, and letters to the editor.

We publish contributions across a broad spectrum of disciplines:

  • check_circle Basic Medical Sciences/Allied Health Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Psychology, Nursing, etc.
  • check_circle Basic Clinical and Clinical Sciences Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dental Surgery, Child Health, Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacology, Radiology, Community Medicine, etc.
  • check_circle Social Sciences & Health Research exploring the socio-economic and environmental determinants of health, particularly in the African context.

We prioritize research that applies the principles of primary health care in the prevention and treatment of diseases in Africa, emphasizing public health, disease control, and health system strengthening.

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Publication & Processing Fees

To cover the costs of peer review, editorial processes, and online hosting, AJTMBR charges a publication/processing fee.

Domestic Authors

₦40,000
(Forty Thousand Naira)
Per Accepted Manuscript

International Authors

Equivalent
Rate based on prevailing exchange
USD / GBP / EUR
Quality Assurance

Peer Review Process

AJTMBR employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensuring the integrity and quality of published work. Upon submission, manuscripts are screened by the editorial team for compliance with the journal's scope and guidelines.

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Initial Screening

Editorial check for scope, plagiarism, and basic requirements.

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Expert Review

Evaluation by at least two independent subject matter experts.

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Decision

Final decision by the Editor-in-Chief based on reviewers' recommendations.

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AJTMBR is published biannually in July and December.

In addition to regular issues, the journal may publish special issues devoted to specific themes or conference proceedings.

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To ensure long-term accessibility, AJTMBR is included in LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archival systems, guaranteeing that content remains available in perpetuity.

print Subscription & Fees (Hard Copies)

Nigeria ₦2,000 / vol
West Africa $60
Nigeria (Single Copy) ₦1,000
United Kingdom £60
Rest of World (inc. USA) $120
* International rates are post-free. Reprints: $60 (inclusive of postage). Payment via cheque to African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research.
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Open Access Policy

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

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AJTMBR upholds the highest standards of ethical publishing and follows guidelines set by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). We maintain strict policies on authorship, plagiarism, conflicts of interest, and data integrity.

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of authors, reviewers, and readers. Personal information will not be shared with third parties without explicit consent.

Published & Sponsored By

College of Health Sciences

Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria

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