The aim of Portal de la Ciencia Journal is to promote scientific research and its dissemination through the publication of original and highly innovative articles in the fields of biology, physics, mathematics, and microbiology, as well as related disciplines. The journal seeks to disseminate scientific knowledge in an accessible and open manner, contributing to academic and scientific development at both the national and international levels.
The journal focuses on publishing original research that contributes new knowledge or approaches in the natural and exact sciences. Through a rigorous external peer-review process, it ensures the scientific quality of its articles, promoting innovation and the advancement of knowledge in key disciplines such as biology, physics, mathematics, and microbiology. In addition, the journal promotes open access to its content in order to democratize access to science and contribute to global dialogue in these fields. Accordingly, it adheres to the Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and to the UNAH Research Ethics Manual.
This is a biannual publication (June and December) of the Faculty of Sciences of the National Autonomous University of Honduras.
Portal de la Ciencia Journal accepts the following types of articles for publication, all subject to a rigorous peer-review process:
Original Research Articles
Papers presenting unpublished results of scientific research in biology, physics, mathematics, microbiology, and related fields. These articles must demonstrate a high degree of originality and make a significant contribution to advancing knowledge in their respective areas.
Review Articles
Studies that synthesize and critically analyze the current state of knowledge on a specific topic. These articles should provide an overview of recent research, identify trends, and highlight possible future directions within the journal's fields of interest.
Scientific Notes
Brief reports of preliminary results or scientific discoveries that, although not constituting a complete study, are of interest and relevance to the scientific community. These notes must be concise while maintaining sufficient methodological rigor.
Technical Articles
Manuscripts presenting technical developments or methodological innovations applicable to scientific research in the fields covered by the journal. These articles should demonstrate how the described tools or techniques improve research or analytical processes.
Book and Conference Reviews
Critical reviews or summaries of recent academic books or relevant scientific conferences in biology, physics, mathematics, and microbiology. These reviews should provide a critical assessment of the work or event and highlight its impact on the scientific community.
Each article type aims to contribute to the exchange of knowledge among researchers and academics, fostering the continued development of the natural and exact sciences.
Manuscripts submitted to Portal de la Ciencia Journal must be original works that have not been previously published nor simultaneously submitted to other scientific journals. During the peer-review process, authors agree not to submit their manuscripts elsewhere until a final decision has been received from the journal.
The acceptance of manuscripts is based on criteria of scientific quality, originality, and relevance to the journal's audience. All manuscripts undergo an external double-blind peer-review process coordinated by the Editor-in-Chief or the journal editor. Articles must be written clearly, concisely, and directly, ensuring that they are understandable to the journal's readership. Scientific contributions are evaluated primarily on their merit and content.
Preliminary Evaluation of the Manuscript
Before peer review, manuscripts are evaluated based on:
If these requirements are met, the manuscript proceeds to peer review.
Plagiarism Screening
All manuscripts are screened using TURNITIN© plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with a similarity index greater than 20% will be rejected, although authors may submit a revised version after editing the text. The similarity report excludes direct quotations, author names, and the bibliography section.
Peer Review
Manuscripts meeting the above criteria are sent to at least two expert reviewers external to the institution. Based on an evaluation rubric, reviewers may issue one of the following recommendations:
In cases of conflicting recommendations, the editor may submit the manuscript to a third reviewer or make the final decision directly.
Reviewer Evaluation Rubric: View rubric
Resubmission of Manuscripts
Manuscripts not initially accepted may be resubmitted for consideration, with a maximum of two resubmissions, provided that reviewer comments have been adequately addressed.
Updating Procedures
Any updates to editorial procedures will be discussed in consultation with the Editorial Board to ensure a rigorous and transparent editorial process.
This process guarantees the quality and rigor of publications and reflects the journal's commitment to disseminating original and relevant scientific knowledge.
The following diagram summarizes the main stages from manuscript submission to publication.
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Portal de la Ciencia Journal provides free and unrestricted access to all published manuscripts under the principle that open access to scientific research fosters greater global exchange of knowledge. Articles published in the journal are distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). This license permits the non-commercial use, distribution, and reproduction of the content in any format, provided appropriate credit is given to the authors and the original source.
Copyright of articles published in Portal de la Ciencia Journal remains with the authors. Furthermore, publication in the journal is completely free of charge, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and the dissemination of scientific knowledge without economic barriers for authors or readers.
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