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Journal of Physical & Natural Sciences

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

International Journal Peer Reviewed Open Access Triannual Publication

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About the Journal

The Journal of Physical & Natural Sciences is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge with direct relevance to real-world applications. The journal is published by the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Journal Details

Review Model Double blind
Publication Frequency April, August, December
Language English
Publishing Model Open Access

Aims and Scope

JPNS welcomes high-quality research across physical sciences, natural sciences, applied sciences, computer science, environmental sustainability, food science, data science, artificial intelligence, physical education, and related interdisciplinary areas.

Indexing and Discoverability

JPNS is committed to enhancing the visibility and discoverability of its published research. The journal is structured to support discoverability through academic search platforms, including Google Scholar.

Objectives

  • Provide a multidisciplinary platform for high-quality applied research.
  • Encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration among researchers.
  • Enhance the visibility and accessibility of applied scientific research.
  • Promote evidence-based innovation for societal, technological, environmental and industrial advancement.
  • Maintain rigorous peer-review standards and scholarly integrity.

Open Access Policy

The Journal of Physical & Natural Sciences (JPNS) is established as a fully open-access journal. All published articles are freely and permanently accessible online without subscription barriers. This policy supports the wide dissemination of research findings, enhanced visibility, and greater academic and societal impact.

Publication Charges

Author Type Publication Fee
Local LKR 5,000
Foreign USD 50

Publication charges are proposed to apply from the second year onward.

Initial Publication Support

The first three volumes of the journal are proposed to be managed with sponsorships, Faculty research funds, and financial support from the University.

Editorial independence: Payment of publication charges does not influence editorial or peer-review decisions. Decisions are based solely on the scientific merit, originality, and relevance of submitted work.

Fee Waivers and Reductions

Publication charges may be reviewed and revised by the University authorities from time to time. Fee waivers or reductions may be considered in special circumstances, subject to approval by the Editorial Board.

Digital Access and Archiving

  • Published articles will be made available through Sri Lanka Journals Online (SLJOL) after publication.
  • Journal issues will be deposited in the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka institutional e-repository.
  • The institutional repository will support long-term preservation and open access to journal content.
  • The journal website will provide links to SLJOL and the SUSL e-repository for wider dissemination and accessibility.

Creative Commons License

Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

Published works are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) .

Editorial Board

The Editorial Board of the Journal of Physical & Natural Sciences consists of academics representing the major disciplines covered by the journal.

Editorial Leadership

Prof. J.M. Chandramali K Jayawardana Editor in Chief Senior Lecturer Department of Natural Resources Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Dr. R. Chamodini N Thilakarathna Deputy Editor in Chief Senior Lecturer Department of Food Science and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL) ORCID: 0000-0003-2848-2374

Associate Editors

Dr. H.N.M. Sarangika Physics Senior Lecturer Department of Physical Sciences and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Dr. M.G.A. Namal Perera Chemistry and Applied Chemistry Senior Lecturer Department of Physical Sciences and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Prof. R.G.U. Jayalal Environmental Sciences Senior Lecturer Department of Natural Resources Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Dr. C.H. Baduraliya Data Science, Machine Learning, AI Applications, Statistics and Mathematics Senior Lecturer Department of Physical Sciences and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Dr. W.S.M. Senevirathne Food Science, Nutrition and Food Technology Senior Lecturer Department of Food Science and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Dr. S. Joniton Physical Education and Sport Science Senior Lecturer Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)

Editorial Assistants

Mrs. U.B. Pawani Shamika Editorial Assistant Lecturer (Probationary) Department of Physical Sciences and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)
Ms. A.A. Ranjana Perera Editorial Assistant Lecturer (Probationary) Department of Physical Sciences and Technology Faculty of Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)

Editorial Consultant

Ms. Thrishala Warnasooriya Editorial Consultant Assistant Librarian Main Library Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL)

Guide for Authors

Manuscripts submitted to JPNS must be original, written in English, properly formatted, and prepared according to the journal’s editorial, ethical and peer-review requirements.

Submission Format Microsoft Word or PDF
Review Process Double-blind peer review
Submission Email jpns@appsc.sab.ac.lk

Manuscript Types

Research Article

Full-length original empirical or theoretical investigation with novel findings.

  • Words4,000–8,000
  • ReferencesMax. 80
  • Abstract150–200 words
Review Article

Critical synthesis of existing literature, including systematic reviews and meta-analyses.

  • Words5,000–10,000
  • ReferencesNo strict limit
  • Abstract150–200 words
Short Communication

Concise report of timely scientific, technical or policy-related advances.

  • WordsBelow 3,000
  • Figures/TablesUp to 5
  • AbstractMax. 100 words

Organization of the Manuscript

Main Sections
  • Title Page
  • Abstract and Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Materials and Methods
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
Declarations and End Matter
  • Author Contributions
  • Acknowledgments / Funding, if applicable
  • Ethical Approval, if applicable
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Data Availability Statement
  • References and Annexures, if applicable

Formatting Requirements

Font Times New Roman
Font Size 12-point font. The font inside tables may be reduced to 9-point where necessary.
Line Spacing 1.15 line spacing
Paper Size A4 paper
Margins Top 1”, Bottom 1”, Left 1”, Right 1”
Line Numbering Continuous line numbering is required for peer review.
Section Numbering Use clear numbering such as 1, 1.1 and 1.1.1. The abstract should not be numbered.
References APA style, 7th edition, arranged alphabetically.

Title Page, Abstract and Keywords

Title Page

The title page should be submitted separately and include the manuscript title, author names, affiliations, postal addresses, email addresses, and corresponding author contact details.

Abstract and Keywords

The abstract should be factual and self-contained, with a maximum of 250 words. Provide up to five keywords immediately after the abstract.

Tables, Figures and References

  • Tables and figures should be embedded within the manuscript text.
  • Each table and figure must have a descriptive caption and be cited in the text.
  • Table captions should appear above tables, while figure captions should appear below figures.
  • References must follow APA 7th edition and be listed alphabetically.

Ethics, Similarity and AI Use Policy

Similarity Policy

All submissions are screened using Turnitin or equivalent software. Similarity is evaluated both quantitatively and qualitatively by the editorial team.

Manuscripts must maintain an acceptable similarity level according to JPNS editorial judgment.
AI Use Policy

Authors must disclose any use of AI tools. AI may be used only for language editing or formatting support. AI tools cannot be listed as authors.

AI-generated research data, analyses, figures, tables or graphs are not permitted.

Editorial and Peer Review Process

  1. Initial screening / desk review
  2. Similarity, AI use and ethics check
  3. Assignment to Associate Editor
  4. Double-blind peer review
  5. Reviewer evaluation
  6. Editorial decision
  7. Revision by authors
  8. Re-review, if required
  9. Final decision
  10. Copyediting and online publication

Submission Preparation Checklist

  • The manuscript is original and unpublished.
  • The manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere.
  • The manuscript is anonymized for double-blind review.
  • The manuscript follows JPNS formatting requirements.
  • The submission file is in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
  • All authors have approved the submission.
  • Ethics, funding and conflict declarations are included.
  • References follow APA 7th edition.

Submission of Manuscripts

Submit your manuscript to the Editor-in-Chief The submitted manuscript will be acknowledged within one week upon receipt.