Publication Frequency Policy

Publication Frequency Policy – Journal of Advanced Homoeopathic Studies (JAHS)

The Journal of Advanced Homoeopathic Studies (JAHS) follows a clear and consistent publication schedule to ensure timely dissemination of research in the field of homoeopathy.

1. Frequency of Publication

  • JAHS is a quarterly journal, publishing four issues per year:

    • Issue 1: January – March

    • Issue 2: April – June

    • Issue 3: July – September

    • Issue 4: October – December

  • The publication schedule ensures regular availability of peer-reviewed content for readers and researchers worldwide.

2. Online-First Publication

  • In addition to scheduled issues, JAHS follows an Online-only policy.

  • Articles that are accepted after peer review and final editing may be published online immediately, ahead of their inclusion in the scheduled issue.

  • This allows faster dissemination and citation of research findings.

3. Special Issues / Supplements

  • From time to time, JAHS may publish special issues or supplements focusing on:

    • Specific themes or topics in homoeopathy.

    • Proceedings of academic conferences or symposia.

    • Festschrift or memorial issues honoring distinguished contributors to the field.

  • Special issues are subject to the same peer review and editorial policies as regular issues.

4. Continuity and Archiving

  • All issues are permanently archived on the journal’s website and in partner digital repositories (e.g., PKP PN, LOCKSS, CLOCKSS).

  • Each article is assigned a DOI for long-term identification and citation.

5. Compliance with Best Practices

This policy aligns with:

  • DOAJ Transparency Principles (clear statement of publishing schedule)

  • COPE guidelines for editorial integrity

  • Scopus and PubMed indexing requirements for consistency and continuity in publishing