https://journals.unijos.edu.ng/index.php/joes <p><strong>Journal Aims: </strong></p> <p>The Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES) is devoted to the publication of papers, which advance knowledge on the theoretical and practical aspects of the natural and built environment. The aims of the journal are:</p> <ol> <li>to provide an avenue for the dissemination of academic research findings dealing with environmental problems, planning and development;</li> <li>to provide opportunity for increasing and making available relevant data and information on natural and built environmental conditions /problems and advancing effective management solutions to them with special reference to Nigeria; and</li> <li>to provide a forum for meaningful discussions and debates between academics and field practitioners in the natural and built environment.</li> </ol> <p>The Journal will therefore accept for publication results of original research in all aspects of both the natural and built environment. It will also accept for publication book reviews, comments and letters, well-written research and practice notes, and short communications on any aspects of the environment.</p> <p><strong>Copyright policy:</strong></p> <p>The journal of enviornmental sciences (JOES) allows the author(s) to hold the copyright, and to retain publishing rights without any restrictions.</p> <p><strong>Open access:</strong></p> <p>The journal is an Open Access journal. Users have the right to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles under the following conditions: <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></p> <p><strong>For more information: </strong>This work is licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></p> <p><strong><em>Plagiarism:</em></strong></p> <p>The journal has a strict policy against plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts are checked for plagiarism using professional plagiarism-checking software. Submitted manuscripts with an unacceptable similarity index resulting from plagiarism are rejected immediately.</p> <p> </p> en-US Sun, 11 Aug 2024 14:59:42 +0000 OJS 3.3.0.7 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 https://journals.unijos.edu.ng/index.php/joes/announcement/view/2 <p>The Faculty of Environmental Sciences, University of Jos, is pleased to announce a call for articles for the upcoming issue of the Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES).</p> <p>## About JOES</p> <p>The Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES) is a reputable peer-reviewed academic journal that focuses on publishing high-quality research articles spanning a wide range of thematic areas related to environmental sciences and sustainability. The journal aims to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share their latest findings, innovations, and perspectives on critical environmental issues.</p> <p>Thematic Areas Covered:</p> <ol> <li>Climate Change: The journal welcomes papers that investigate the science, impacts, and mitigation strategies related to climate change, including topics such as greenhouse gas emissions, carbon sequestration, climate adaptation, and climate policy.</li> <li>Environmental Sustainability: JOES publishes research on the sustainable use and management of natural resources, environmental protection, and the development of eco-friendly technologies and practices.</li> <li>Environmental Management: The journal covers topics related to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of environmental management systems, including waste management, pollution control, and environmental impact assessment.</li> <li>Building Sustainability: JOES features articles on sustainable design, construction, and operation of buildings, encompassing areas such as energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, water conservation, and the use of eco-friendly materials.</li> <li>Sustainable Infrastructure: The journal welcomes research on the development and assessment of sustainable infrastructure systems, including transportation, water, and energy networks, with a focus on their environmental impact and resilience.</li> <li>Building Performance Measurement: JOES publishes studies on methodologies and tools for evaluating the environmental performance of buildings, including energy consumption, indoor air quality, and life-cycle assessment.</li> <li>Green Building Design: The journal covers innovative approaches to designing and constructing environmentally-friendly buildings, incorporating principles of passive design, renewable energy, and sustainable materials.</li> <li>Construction Management and Technology: JOES includes research on the application of advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics, to improve the environmental sustainability of construction processes and project management.</li> </ol> <p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem;">The Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES) aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice, providing a platform for researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals to collaborate and drive progress towards a more sustainable future.## Submission Guidelines</span></p> <p>We invite original research articles, review papers, and short communications from researchers, scholars, and practitioners in the field of environmental sciences. All submissions must adhere to the following guidelines:</p> <p>- Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format, double-spaced, with 12-point font size.<br />- The manuscript should not exceed 6,000 words, including the abstract, main text, references, and figure captions.<br />- An abstract of up to 250 words and 4-6 keywords should be provided.<br />- Citations should follow the APA style (7th edition).<br />- All figures and tables should be numbered and have appropriate captions.<br />- Submissions must be made via the JOES online submission system at https://journals.unijos.edu.ng/ojs/index.php/joes/submissions or through email: pontipn@unijos.edu.ng </p> <p>We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions to the Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES). If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the editorial team at [pontipn@unijos.edu.ng].</p> <p>Thank you for your interest and support.</p> <p>Best regards,<br />Pontip Stephen Nimlyat, PhD</p> <p>Editor<br />Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES)<br />Faculty of Environmental Sciences<br />University of Jos, Nigeria</p> https://journals.unijos.edu.ng/index.php/joes/announcement/view/2 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 14:59:42 +0000