The Ashoka Journal of Biosciences: A New Platform for Undergraduate Research
The first issue features a diverse range of articles spanning microbiology, plant biochemistry, developmental biology, and the ecology of parasitoid wasps.
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The Department of Biology at Ashoka University has recently launched the Ashoka Journal of Biosciences (AJB), a student-led, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to showcasing biology research and communication conducted by undergraduates at Ashoka University and beyond. This initiative marks a significant step in the growth of Ashoka University’s biosciences community, providing a platform for new ideas and perspectives to be communicated in an open, accessible, and engaging manner.
The inaugural issue of the journal was launched on May 1, 2024. It was inaugurated by the Head of the Biology Department, Professor Alok Bhattacharya in an event that was attended by faculty and students alike. The first issue features a diverse range of articles spanning microbiology, plant biochemistry, developmental biology, and the ecology of parasitoid wasps.
AJB holds a unique position in the academic landscape, serving not only as a platform for student writing but also as a valuable educational tool. It provides students with exposure to the publishing process, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. By modelling its review and editorial processes on international scientific journals, AJB offers students invaluable firsthand experience in academic publishing, preparing them for this critical aspect of their future careers.
The journal welcomes submissions in a wide range of formats and categories, including work of interdisciplinary nature. It is open to contributions from individuals outside Ashoka University as well. In addition to publishing research articles, AJB also hosts scientific writing workshops, furthering its mission to communicate new advancements and perspectives in an accessible and stimulating manner. The work on the second issue of the journal is currently underway.
The members of the journal are as follows:
Editor-in-Chief:
Rhea Wali
Editorial Board:
- Tista Bhattacharya,
- Madhavan Jayakrishnan,
- Tamanna Balachandran
- Simran Wadan
- Diya Anand
Feel free to reach out to the journal team at biojournal@ashoka.edu.in in case of any questions/ concerns.
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