About the Journal

Ethiopian e-Journal for Research and Innovation Foresight (Ee-JRIF) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary, open access journal dedicated to advancing research excellence, innovation, and foresight studies. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academicians, industry experts, and policymakers to disseminate high-quality scholarly work addressing current challenges and future opportunities, particularly in emerging economies.

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Aim and Scope

The journal aims to promote high-quality interdisciplinary research, foster innovation, and support foresight-driven studies. It covers a broad range of disciplines including engineering, textile and apparel science, natural sciences, social sciences, business, sustainability, digital technologies, and innovation policy.

Publication Model

  • Type: Open Access
  • Review: Double-blind peer review
  • Frequency: Biannual (or specify)
  • Format: Online (e-Journal)
  • Language: English

Article Types

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Short Communications
  • Case Studies
  • Technical Notes
  • Policy Papers
  • Innovation and Foresight Reports

Peer Review Policy

All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers based on originality, relevance, methodological soundness, and clarity. The identities of authors and reviewers are kept confidential.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, and use the content with proper citation.

Editorial Ethics

The journal adheres to high standards of publication ethics. It strictly prohibits plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and duplicate publication. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection tools.

Editorial Policies

The journal adheres to comprehensive editorial policies to ensure high-quality, ethical, and transparent publication practices. Key policies include:

  • Peer Review: Double-blind review for all manuscripts to ensure fairness and integrity.
  • Publication Ethics: Compliance with COPE guidelines; plagiarism, data fabrication, and duplicate publication are strictly prohibited.
  • Open Access: All articles are freely available under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license.
  • Author Responsibilities: Accurate reporting, disclosure of conflicts of interest, and adherence to submission guidelines.
  • Editor Responsibilities: Fair, unbiased handling of manuscripts and maintaining confidentiality.

For full details, please refer to the official editorial policies document: View Full Editorial Policies (PDF).

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

Currently, the journal does not charge any submission or publication fees. (Update if applicable.)

Indexing and Abstracting

The journal aims to be indexed in reputable databases such as Google Scholar, DOAJ, Scopus, and Web of Science.

DOI Policy

Each published article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to ensure permanent accessibility and citation tracking.

Archiving Policy

The journal ensures long-term digital preservation through institutional repositories and archiving systems.

Authors retain copyright of their work. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license.

Preprints Policy

The journal allows submission of manuscripts previously shared as preprints, provided they are not under formal peer review elsewhere.

Journal History

The Ethiopian e-Journal for Research and Innovation Foresight (Ee-JRIF) was established to promote interdisciplinary research and innovation foresight in Ethiopia and beyond.

Publisher & Sponsorship

The journal is published under Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia.

Contact Information

Editorial Office
Ethiopian e-Journal for Research and Innovation Foresight (Ee-JRIF)
Bahir Dar University
Email: getnet.belay@bdu.edu.et
Website: https://journals.bdu.edu.et/index.php/eejrif4

Disclaimer: The views expressed in the articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the journal or publisher.