Scope and Mission

Journal of Plant Science and Biotechnology (jpsb) is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and research across all facets of Plant Science and Biotechnology.As a premier publication under Confmeets Individual Journals, jpsb serves as a dynamic platform for high-quality research in Plant Science, Crop Improvement, Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding, Plant Genomics, Tissue Culture, Plant Ecology, Medicinal Plants. We welcome innovative, scientifically rigorous contributions that drive interdisciplinary discourse and offer meaningful clinical or theoretical advancements in the field.

Manuscript Submission Process

Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts via our official online submission portal or by emailing editorialoffice@confmeets.net. Upon receipt, the corresponding author will receive a unique manuscript ID within three (3) business days for tracking and correspondence.

Note: Authors bear full responsibility for the originality, authenticity, and ethical integrity of their submitted work.

Compliance with Public Access Policies

In alignment with the NIH Public Access Policy, jpsb automatically deposits NIH-funded articles into PubMed and PubMed Central upon publication. This policy also extends to research funded by UK Research Councils and the European Union, promoting open access and transparency in scientific dissemination.

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Editorial and Peer Review Process

All manuscripts are subject to a structured editorial screening followed by a thorough double-blind peer review process. jpsb publishes diverse content, including original research, comprehensive reviews, instructive case reports, expert commentaries, and methodological innovations. Authors are encouraged to enhance their manuscripts with relevant figures, tables, and supplementary materials to improve clarity.

Expedited Review Option (FEE-Based Service)

For authors seeking faster decisions, jpsb offers an optional expedited review service:

• Preliminary Editorial Review: Feedback provided within 3 business days
• Peer Reviewer Feedback: Within 5 business days
• Final Editorial Decision: Within 2 business days post-review

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Submission Requirements and Formatting Guidelines

Required Documents:

• Title Page (DOC format): Title, author names, affiliations, and contact details
• Main Manuscript (DOC): Includes tables (max 2 pages each) at the end
• Figures: High-resolution (300+ DPI) in JPG, PNG, PPT, or DOC/DOCX
• Cover Letter (DOC): Summarizes significance, relevance to JPP, and conflict declarations
• Suggested Reviewers: Two independent experts with contact details

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Disclosures and Acknowledgements

• Acknowledgements: Recognize individuals who contributed to the work but are not listed as authors (written consent must be obtained)
• Funding Disclosure: Full agency names and grant IDs (if applicable)
• Conflict of Interest Statement: Disclose any potential biases or state "None to report"

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Figures, Tables, and Supplementary Materials

• Tables: Numbered sequentially (Table 1, Table 2) using MS Word's table function
• Figures: Figures Submission: Submit all figures as individual files; ensure that figure captions are included within the main manuscript text
• Supplementary Material: Single PDF for extended data/appendixes

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Reference Style and Citations

• In-text citations: Numbered brackets (e.g., [1], [2])
• Reference list: List all authors if there are six or fewer; for more than six, include the first six followed by et al.
• Only published/in-press works; no unpublished data

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Formatting Requirements

• Language: English only
• Layout: Double-spaced, justified, one-column
• Keywords: 3-10 keywords below the abstract

Word Count:

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Editorial Assessment and Revision Process

Manuscripts undergo initial screening for scope, quality, and ethics (~70% proceed to peer review). Revision requests include detailed feedback; resubmissions are due within 7 days (extensions granted exceptionally). Delays may result in withdrawal.

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Proofing and Final Publication

Accepted manuscripts receive PDF proofs for final review. Only minor corrections are permitted no content/author changes. Print copies are available upon request

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Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Publication Policy

Journal of Plant Science and Biotechnology (jpsb) is an open-access journal with no submission fees; APCs apply only upon acceptance to sustain peer review, indexing, and global access.

Standard Article Processing Charges:

Manuscript Type	USD	EUR	GBP
Regular Articles	999	899	799

Waivers/discounts are available—contact editorialoffice@confmeets.net for inquiries.

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Copyright Policy

Articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution License, permitting reuse with proper citation.