Homeβ€ΊSearchβ€ΊARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University

ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University

Koya University Β· Iraq Β· Est. 2013

ISSN2410-9355eISSN2307-549X
SJR Q3βœ“ WOS ESCIβœ“ Scopus / SJRβœ“ DOAJβœ“ Open Access
68
/ 100
Established
PubScope credibility score from verifiable indexing & ethics signals
Score Breakdown
β—† WoS ESCI56
βœ“ Corroboration (2 more)+12
Total68
Third-party records Β· how this is calculated Β· Report an error β†’
⚑ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Publication speed: not measurable
publisher doesn’t disclose per-article submission dates β€” we never estimate
Q3
SJR Rank
Top 75% in field
Impact Factor & Quartile Β· Web of Science (JCR)

βœ“ Indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection (ESCI) β€” Clarivate publishes an official Journal Impact Factor and JCR quartile for this journal.

See the official Impact Factor & quartile on the journal’s page β†—

The Impact Factor & JCR quartile are licensed by Clarivate β€” we link you to the official source instead of reprinting a number that can go out of date. Open metrics below: SCImago Q3 Β· Scopus CiteScore 2.4. Source: Clarivate Journal Citation Reports.

SJR Scorei
0.311
H-Indexi
15
CiteScorei
2.4
Total Worksi
376
Total Citationsi
1,459
2yr Mean Citednessi
0.97
Open Impact Factor alternative

Aims & Scope

About the Journal Aro - The Scientific Journal of Koya University emerged in 2013 as a prestigious platform for researchers in the Kurdistan Region and beyond. Dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking research and fostering academic excellence, Aro provides a global stage for disseminating innovative ideas and findings. Commitment to Quality Aro is committed to contributing to the advancement of knowledge across various disciplines. We welcome submissions from diverse fields in science and engineering, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex societal challenges and facilitate innovative solutions. Editorial Excellence Our editorial board consists of highly esteemed academics and researchers who bring a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the journal. Their meticulous review process ensures that only high-quality, original research is accepted for publication. Through rigorous peer review and editorial assessment, we guarantee the reliability, validity, and impact of the research published in Aro. Journal Identifiers Aro is identified by: e-ISSN: 2307-549X p-ISSN: 2410-9355 DOI: 10.14500/2307-549X We publish original research articles, review articles, and letters to the editor. As a peer-reviewed, open access journal, we aim to make valuable scientific contributions accessible to a wide audience. On June 18, 2025, ARO achieved a Web of Science Impact Factor (WoS-IF) of 2.1. Join Our Community We invite researchers to be part of our esteemed community, where their work can receive the recognition it deserves. By publishing with Aro, researchers have the opportunity to contribute to the global scientific discourse, benefit from our rigorous evaluation process, and showcase their findings to a wide audience. Join us at Aro - The Scientific Journal of Koya University and be a part of our journey towards advancing knowledge and making a significant impact in the academic world. Vision: The vision of Aro - The Scientific Journal of Koya University is t

General Information

Country / RegionIraq
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published2013
FrequencyBiannually
StatusActive (last: 2026)
Total Publications376
Publisher OrgKoya University
OA Since2012
Visit Journal Website

Submission Info

Peer ReviewDouble-blind
Review Timeβ€”
Acceptance Rateβ€”
OA LicenseCC BY-NC-SA
OA Rateβ€”

Ethics & Quality

COPE Memberβœ— No
OASPA Memberβœ— No
Not on Predatory Listsβœ“ Yes
Plagiarism Detectionβœ“ Yes
πŸ“¦ Long-term Preservation
PKP PN

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

11/12 Β· 92%
βœ…
Do you know the journal / publisher?
Koya University
βœ…
Does the journal have a website?
βœ“ Linked
βœ…
Is the ISSN verified?
2410-9355 / 2307-549X
βœ…
Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, Scopus, DOAJ
βœ…
Peer review process documented?
Double-blind
❌
Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
βœ…
APC fees clearly disclosed?
Yes
βœ…
Not on predatory/blacklists?
βœ“ Clean
βœ…
Long-term digital preservation?
PKP PN
βœ…
Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
βœ…
Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
βœ…
Primary language documented?
English

Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.

Publication & Citation Trend

Articles published
Citations received
21
133
2019
28
129
2020
33
181
2021
42
326
2022
43
201
2023
51
98
2024
66
60
2025
31
0
2026

Source: OpenAlex Β· Each year’s green bar = citations earned by that year’s papers, counted to date β€” so recent years look lower simply because their papers haven’t had time to be cited yet.

SJR Quartile by Discipline

Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category β€” its quartile can differ by discipline.

Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (miscellaneous)Q3
Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous)Q3
BioengineeringQ4

Subject Classification

Web of Science Categories

Multidisciplinary Sciences

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Microwave Engineering and WaveguidesAntenna Design and AnalysisRadioactivity and Radon MeasurementsConcrete and Cement Materials ResearchSynthesis and biological activityPhotonic and Optical DevicesInnovative concrete reinforcement materialsGeochemistry and Geologic MappingRadio Frequency Integrated Circuit DesignEssential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity

Frequently asked questions about ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University

Is ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University a predatory journal?

PubScope has no integrity flags on record for ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University: it is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, DOAJ, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Its PubScope Trust Score is 68/100. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee β€” always confirm fit and policies before submitting.

What is the impact factor of ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University?

ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University is indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection, so Clarivate publishes an official Journal Impact Factor for it (since the 2023 Journal Citation Reports, every Core Collection journal β€” including Arts & Humanities and Emerging Sources titles β€” receives one). PubScope links to Clarivate's official source rather than reprinting the number, which can be out of date. As an open alternative, its Scopus CiteScore is 2.4.

Is ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?

ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, DOAJ.

What is the aims and scope of ARO-The Scientific Journal of Koya University?

About the Journal Aro - The Scientific Journal of Koya University emerged in 2013 as a prestigious platform for researchers in the Kurdistan Region and beyond. Dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking research and fostering academic excellence, Aro provides a global stage for disseminating innovative ideas and findings. Commitment to Quality Aro is committed to contributing to the advancement of knowledge across various disciplines. We welcome submissions from diverse fields in science and engineering, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex societal challenges and facilitat

Compare This JournalFind Similar← Back to Search
Understand these signals
How to tell if a journal is predatoryWhat Q1–Q4 quartiles meanWeb of Science vs Scopus vs DOAJWhat is an APC?

Data updated: 2026-05-26 Β· Sources: SJR, DOAJ, OpenAlex, WoS, Crossref