About This Journal

The Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data (MJBD) is an international, peer-reviewed open-access journal dedicated to advancing the theory, technologies, analytics, and applications of Big Data across various domains. Its purpose is to publish original and high-quality research, both theoretical and applied, addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the increasing volume, velocity, variety, and veracity of data. The journal explores Big Data applications in diverse fields, including healthcare, finance, smart cities, and more, providing innovative methodologies and practical insights.

This journal adheres to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Journal History

The Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data was established in 2021. Since its inception, MJBD has been dedicated to advancing the theory, technologies, analytics, and applications of Big Data, rapidly establishing itself as an international, peer-reviewed open-access journal. Its continuous publication model ensures timely dissemination of cutting-edge research, contributing significantly to the evolving field of Big Data.

Publishing Schedule

The Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data operates on a continuous publication model. This means that articles are published online immediately after editorial acceptance and production, ensuring rapid dissemination of research findings without waiting for a fixed issue date.

Open Access Statement

The

Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data

is an open-access publication. This means that all articles are freely accessible to read, download, and share immediately upon publication, ensuring unrestricted access for the global scientific community.

All articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license permits users to copy, distribute, and transmit the work, as well as adapt it and use it for commercial purposes, provided that appropriate attribution is given to the original author(s) and the source. Authors retain the copyright of their published work.

No registration is required to access the content, and there is no embargo period delaying access to new articles.

Article Processing Charge

To cover open access costs, the journal charges an Article Processing Charge (APC). For more information, please refer to the Author Guidelines page.

The APC is applicable only after a manuscript has successfully undergone peer review and is accepted for publication. Submission of articles is free of charge. At present, we do not offer waivers or discounts for Article Processing Charges.

Abstracting and Indexing

The Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data is indexed in several reputable services, ensuring broad visibility and discoverability of its published research. These include:

Scopus
ROAD

Citation Metrics

To provide a transparent overview of the journal's impact, we include recognized citation metrics from reputable sources such as Scopus.

CiteScor 2024: 6.9

Language

The publication language of the Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data is English.

Digital Archiving

The journal's content is preserved in two reputable digital archives, CLOCKSS and Portico, to ensure long-term access. All articles are assigned a DOI via CrossRef, providing a persistent link to the content.

Speed and Acceptance Rate

The Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data is committed to a timely and efficient publication process, providing authors with transparent information regarding our review and publication timelines:

Average time from submission to first editorial decision: 40 days
Average time from acceptance to publication: 3 weeks
Overall acceptance rate: 25%