ABOUT THE JOURNAL

Focus and Scope:

Applied Science and Engineering Progress (ISSN: 2672-9156, E-ISSN: 2673-0421) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed by at least two independent reviewers, open access scientific journal, free of charge, published by King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) since 2008. Applied Science and Engineering Progress published original research articles, reviews, and editorial corner in areas of applied science and engineering. The journal also publishes high quality and peer-reviewed papers presented at conference hosted/co-hosted by KMUTNB to expand the research connection between scientists and engineers. Applied Science and Engineering Progress also aims to introduce research progress of applied science and achievements of engineering development to the world community by demonstrating the significance of research investigations and demonstrations. Accepted manuscript to Applied Science and Engineering Progress will be published every quarter in PDF formats (January-March, April-June, July-September, and October-December).

Applied Science and Engineering Progress consists of two major sections in Applied Science and Engineering field:

Applied Science - This section contains topics in the multidisciplinary domain of applied science and technology on solving technical problems and developing the application of academic research. The focus of this section target to disseminate the progress of the analysis of problem, finding solution and synthesis of knowledge in the fields such as bioprocess technology, chemistry, information technology, and other topics related to applied science.

Engineering - This section contains topics in the combination of engineering, invention and innovation and focuses on solving technical problem. The targets of this section includes research works in applications of engineering and technology such as electrical and electronics, industrial production, mechanical engineering, and other topics related to engineering.

 

Publication Type: Editorial corner, Review articles, and Research articles

Publication Frequency: 4 issues per year (January-March, April-June, July-September, and October-December) 

Language: ASEP requires all articles to be written in English. Authors are encouraged to use clear, concise language and to ensure proper grammar and spelling.

Free Access: online

Publication Fee: Free Open Access

 

Open Access Policy

ASEP follows an open access policy, ensuring that all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide without any subscription or payment barriers. This promotes the dissemination of research and knowledge, allowing anyone to access, read, and share the articles.

Ownership and Management

King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) is the owner of the Applied Science and Engineering Progress (ASEP). The journal receives financial support from the Academic Enhancement Department (AED) of KMUTNB. This financial support allows ASEP to maintain its high publication standards, high quality peer-review process, and open-access availability to researchers and readers worldwide.

Publisher

ASEP is the official peer-reviewed journal of the Academic Enhancement Department (AED) of King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Thailand.

Copyright and Licensing

ASEP adopts copyright protection and licensing policy to safeguard authors' rights and ensure the appropriate dissemination of research while honoring intellectual property rights. Authors retain copyright ownership, and articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing sharing, adaptation, and proper attribution. Authors have the freedom to publish under the CC BY license, granting broad reuse and distribution permissions. ASEP supports posting articles on third-party repositories, adhering to institutional and funding restrictions. Author guidelines detail copyright and licensing requirements, empowering authors with knowledge about their rights and responsibilities.

Revenue Sources

ASEP receives revenue sources to sustain its operations and uphold transparency from the Academic Enhancement Department (AED) of King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Thailand. We provide clear information about our revenue model on our website. We may present relevant announcements without compromising the integrity of our content. Grants, sponsorships, and donations from partner organizations help support initiatives such as special issues and conferences. However, these funding sources have no impact on our editorial decisions, reviewing process, and publication standard. Our focus remains on affordability, accessibility, and upholding publishing standards to ensure transparency in all our operations.

Advertising

ASEP maintains transparency and integrity in its advertising policy by ensuring that advertisements and announcements, such as those for academic events and research tools, do not influence editorial decisions and reviewing process. Ads are chosen based on relevance and quality by the editorial board or advertising committee and are clearly separated from published content. They are not linked to specific articles or reader behavior, ensuring editorial independence. ASEP prioritizes professionalism and ethics, maintaining a clear distinction between advertising and scientific content.

Direct Marketing

ASEP engages in direct marketing to promote the journal while adhering to ethical standards. We target researchers and academics in relevant fields, ensuring clear communication about our mission and features, while respecting consent and data privacy regulations. Our approach is designed to be informative without overwhelming recipients. ASEP is committed to responsible marketing practices, fostering collaboration, and transparently promoting high-quality research.

 

Journal History:

Applied Science and Engineering Progress (Former journal names are King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok International Journal of Applied Science and Technology [KMUTNB: IJAST] (2014–2018) Print ISSN: 2465-4531 , E-ISSN: 2465-4574 and ASIAN International Journal of Science and Technology in Production and Manufacturing Engineering [AIJSTPME] (2008–2014) Print ISSN: 1906-151X) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open access scientific journal published by King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) since 2008. Applied Science and Engineering Progress is currently indexed in TCI1, ACI, Google Scholar, Publons, Researchgate, and CrossRef.