Issue 1 (ISTJN Vol. 3)
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Int. Sci. Technol. J. Namibia Vol 3, Issue 1, 2014
Aims and Scope of ISTJN
Introduction
International Science and Technology Journal of Namibia
(ISTJN) is a free, expedited, print and online journal of peerreviewed
research and commentary in pure, applied and allied
sciences and technology published by the Faculty of Science,
University of Namibia.
Aims and Scope
The journal reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the field
of science and technology. It addresses the needs of multiple,
interlocking communities, including methodologists in
mathematics, statistics and econometrics; as well as basic
and applied scientists in biology, chemistry, physics, public
health, medicine, education, mining, geology, computing,
food, agriculture and engineering. The journal will strive
to enhance the level of methodological rigour in pure and
applied sciences and will contribute to the development of
methodological standards in the fields of science and technology
in Namibia. In pursuing its main objective, the journal
will also provide a meeting ground for researchers from a
number of traditional disciplines and will foster the development
of scientific research and publication especially among
younger practitioners.
ISTJN will publish:
- Original Research papers;
- Invited papers- with discussion and rejoinder;
- Case Studies setting out substantial applications of
scientific methodology;
- Review Articles, synthesizing and popularizing
methodological developments;
- Tutorials;
- Book chapters, book reviews and notices;
- Special issues will be devoted to papers presented in
important workshops and conferences;
- Interview corner.
Editorial Setup
The journal has a dedicated team of editors, who would be
academic editors (AE) and experts in the field.
Founding Editors:
Prof LN Kazembe, Statistics
Prof EF Archibong, Chemistry
Dr KC Chinsembu, Biological Sciences
Prof PM Chimwamurombe, Biological Sciences
Prof S. Singh, Physics
Advisory Editorial Board:
Prof O. Mwandemele, PVC (Academic Affairs and Research),
University of Namibia
Dr F. Gideon, Dean of Science, University of Namibia
Mr A. van Kant, Department of Science and Technology,
Ministry of Education
Mr E. Shivolo, Ministry of Mines and Energy, Namibia
Dr E. Mvula, National Commission on Research, Science &
Technology
Dr R. Steenkamp, HESS
Prof R. Auala, Faculty of Education, UNAM
Prof J. Lyaku, Faculty of Agriculture, UNAM
Prof P. Odonkor, Faculty of Health Sciences, UNAM
Prof I. Davidson, Faculty of Engineering & IT, UNAM
Prof C. Esterhuysen, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
Prof T. Chirwa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Witwatersrand
University, South Africa
Prof E. Mwenje, Bindura University of Science Education,
Zimbabwe
Dr O. Ruzvidzo, North West University, South Africa
Prof Ponnadurai Ramasami, University of Mauritius