About This Journal
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access publication dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation across all fields of computer science and information technology. Its purpose is to publish high-quality research and developments that contribute to scientific progress in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, and computational systems.
This journal follows the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), ensuring the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all stages of the publication process.
Journal History
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) was established in 2021 under the Mesopotamian Academic Press (MAP) and organized by Imam Ja’afar Al-Sadiq University with the mission of fostering high-quality scientific research in computer science and related fields. Since its founding, MJCSC has grown into a reputable international platform connecting researchers, engineers, and academicians to exchange knowledge and promote innovation in computing and information technology.
The journal began as a fully online, open-access publication, adopting a modern, digital-first publishing model that ensures global accessibility and rapid dissemination of research. In 2025, MJCSC achieved a significant milestone by being indexed in Scopus, recognizing its academic quality, rigorous peer-review standards, and growing impact within the scientific community. Over the years, the journal has maintained its commitment to ethical publishing, continuous improvement, and advancing global scholarship in the computer science domain
Publishing schedule
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) publishes one issue per year on an incremental (continuous) basis. This means that accepted articles are published online immediately after the completion of the peer-review and production process, rather than waiting for the full issue to be compiled.
This continuous publication model ensures rapid dissemination of research findings while maintaining flexibility and timeliness for authors and readers. The annual volume typically covers the period from January to December each year. Since its establishment in 2021, MJCSC has consistently followed this publishing schedule, with no changes made to its frequency or release format.
Open Access Statement
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) offers immediate open access to all its published content, driven by the belief that freely available research fosters a wider exchange of global knowledge. No registration is required to access the content, and there is no embargo period.
To support open access publishing, an article processing charge (APC) is applied to accepted articles. For more information, please refer to the Author Guidelines page.
Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain the copyright to their work under the , which permits others to share, adapt, and use the work freely, provided appropriate credit is given, a link to the license is included, and any changes are indicated.
Abstracting and Indexing
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) is indexed in Scopus (Elsevier), one of the world’s leading abstracting and citation databases for peer-reviewed literature.
Inclusion in Scopus reflects the journal’s commitment to maintaining high academic standards, rigorous peer review, and global visibility for its published research.
Citation metrics
CiteScore Tracker (as of December 2025): 10.1
Language
The publication language of the journal 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 (Digital Object Identifier) via CrossRef, providing a persistent link to the content.
Speed and Acceptance Rate
The Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science (MJCSC) is committed to providing authors with a fair, efficient, and transparent peer-review and publication process. The journal continuously monitors its editorial workflow to ensure the timely handling of submissions and the maintenance of high-quality peer review.
- Average time from submission to first editorial decision: approximately 4 weeks
- Average time from acceptance to online publication: approximately 6 weeks
- Overall average time from submission to publication: approximately 14 weeks
These figures reflect the journal’s typical processing times and demonstrate MJCSC’s dedication to efficiency, editorial integrity, and the rapid dissemination of high-quality research in computer science.