About the International Journal of Amino Acids
A specialized peer-reviewed platform advancing fundamental and applied research in amino acid chemistry, protein biochemistry, and analytical methodologies — connecting molecular insights to biomedical and biotechnological applications.
Advancing the Science of Amino Acids and Proteins
The International Journal of Amino Acids (IJAA) serves as a dedicated forum for original research exploring the chemistry, biochemistry, analysis, and modification of amino acids and proteins. Published by Open Access Pub, IJAA provides a rigorous peer-review platform for scientists investigating the structural diversity, synthetic pathways, analytical techniques, and functional modifications that define amino acid science.
Our editorial mission centers on scientific precision, methodological innovation, and open access dissemination. IJAA welcomes contributions from organic chemists, protein biochemists, analytical scientists, enzymologists, and pharmaceutical researchers who seek to expand fundamental knowledge or develop practical applications in amino acid research. Through transparent peer review and rapid publication workflows, we accelerate the translation of laboratory discoveries into biotechnological, clinical, and industrial contexts.
Amino acid research spans multiple disciplines, from fundamental chemical synthesis to complex post-translational modifications in cellular systems. IJAA provides a specialized publishing venue that recognizes the unique methodological demands and translational potential of this field. Our editorial board comprises experts in synthetic chemistry, structural biology, analytical chemistry, and protein engineering who evaluate manuscripts for chemical rigor, methodological clarity, and scientific significance.
Authors benefit from a streamlined submission process, constructive peer review, and comprehensive editorial support that ensures manuscripts meet the highest standards of scientific reporting. Accepted articles receive immediate global visibility through open access publishing, indexing in major scientific databases, and active promotion through scholarly networks.
IJAA welcomes original research, methodological advances, and review articles across the full spectrum of amino acid and protein science. Our scope encompasses both fundamental investigations and applied studies that demonstrate translational relevance.
Chromatographic techniques, mass spectrometry, spectroscopic methods, quantification strategies, and quality control protocols for amino acid detection and measurement.
HPLC, GC-MS, capillary electrophoresis, ion exchange, chiral separation, and novel purification methodologies for amino acid isolation and characterization.
Organic synthesis routes, protecting group strategies, solid-phase synthesis, peptide coupling chemistry, and development of non-natural amino acid derivatives.
Enzymatic mechanisms, metabolic pathways, biosynthetic regulation, microbial production systems, and metabolic engineering for amino acid generation.
Covalent bond formation, protein cross-linking agents, structural stabilization, bioconjugation strategies, and characterization of cross-linked products.
Stereochemical analysis, enantiomeric separation, racemization kinetics, chiral recognition, and biological implications of amino acid stereochemistry.
Phosphorylation, methylation, acetylation, glycosylation, ubiquitination, SUMOylation, and other covalent modifications that regulate protein function.
Structure-activity relationships, conformational analysis, protein folding, amino acid roles in catalysis, ligand binding, and molecular recognition.
Industrial production, pharmaceutical development, food science applications, biomaterial engineering, and diagnostic assay development.
IJAA maintains rigorous quality standards through transparent peer review processes aligned with Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. Each submitted manuscript undergoes initial editorial screening followed by evaluation by subject matter experts who assess scientific validity, methodological appropriateness, analytical rigor, and contribution to the field.
- Methodological Rigor: Reviewers evaluate experimental design, analytical techniques, statistical treatment, and reproducibility of reported findings.
- Chemical Accuracy: Structural characterization, spectroscopic data, synthetic procedures, and analytical measurements are scrutinized for precision and completeness.
- Ethical Compliance: Manuscripts must adhere to research integrity standards, including proper attribution, conflict of interest disclosure, and ethical sourcing of materials.
- Data Transparency: Authors are encouraged to deposit supporting data in appropriate repositories and provide comprehensive experimental details enabling replication.
IJAA employs a streamlined manuscript submission system designed to minimize administrative burden while ensuring comprehensive documentation of scientific methods and findings. Authors can submit manuscripts through the Manuscript Zone portal or via email to [email protected].
- Original research articles, methodological papers, or comprehensive reviews within IJAA's scope
- Structured abstract (?300 words) with Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions
- Detailed experimental section with sufficient information for replication
- Spectroscopic characterization data (NMR, MS, IR) for new compounds
- High-resolution figures with appropriate scale bars and clear labeling
- Author contribution statements using CRediT taxonomy
- Conflict of interest declaration and funding source acknowledgment
Authors should consult the detailed Instructions for Authors available on the IJAA website to ensure manuscripts meet formatting, referencing, and documentation standards. Language editing services are available for non-native English speakers to enhance manuscript clarity prior to peer review.
IJAA operates under a fully open access publishing model, ensuring that amino acid research reaches the broadest possible audience without subscription barriers. Authors retain copyright under CC BY 4.0 licensing, permitting unrestricted use with proper attribution.
Article Processing Charges (APCs) are assessed only upon manuscript acceptance. IJAA offers waivers and discounts for authors from low-income countries, early-career researchers, and corresponding authors from subscribing institutions. Detailed pricing information and waiver policies are available on the journal's website.
IJAA is indexed in major scientific databases including Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, CrossRef, and discipline-specific repositories, ensuring discoverability by researchers worldwide. Articles are promoted through academic social networks, institutional repositories, and targeted dissemination to amino acid research communities.
The journal's commitment to scientific rigor, specialized scope, and open access dissemination positions IJAA as a valuable resource for researchers seeking to publish high-quality amino acid science while maximizing the impact and accessibility of their findings.
Contribute to Amino Acid Science with IJAA
Whether your research investigates synthetic methodologies, analytical innovations, biosynthetic pathways, or protein modifications, IJAA provides a specialized publishing platform with rigorous peer review and global open access dissemination.
