About the Journal

About the Journal

Overview

The International Journal of Research in Computing (IJRC) aspires to provide opportunities for emerging researchers to achieve recognition and to motivate established researchers toward greater success. The journal publishes papers reporting original research, innovative applications, and clearly written survey/review articles from all parts of the world. Submissions undergo rigorous peer review to ensure originality, timeliness, relevance, and readability.

Selected conference papers of exceptional merit may also be considered for publication, provided they meet the journal’s peer review standards.

History and Editorial Leadership

  • 2021: The idea for the journal was initiated by Dr. Wijendra Gunathilake under the patronage of Dr. H. L. Premarathne.
  • 2022: The journal was formally established by Dr. Wijendra Gunathilake with the technical support of Dr. Buddhitha Hettiage.
  • 2024: Dr. Buddhitha Hettiage was appointed as Editor-in-Chief.
  • 2025: Editorial responsibilities were assumed by Dr. Asela Gunasekara.
  • July 2025: Dr. R. M. M. Pradeep was appointed as Editor-in-Chief.

IJRC is now seeking further enhancement and indexing with SLJO and SCOPUS in the near future. The journal aligns its policies with COPE standards and other international publishing guidelines.

Focus and Scope

IJRC covers all areas of computing research and encourages transdisciplinary work where computing components are applied in other fields. Topics include but are not limited to:

  • Software Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence and Pattern Recognition
  • Machine Learning
  • Multi-Agent Systems
  • Bioinformatics
  • Robotics and Automation
  • Image Processing and Computer Vision
  • Computer Architecture and Systems
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Computer Networks and Distributed Computing
  • Computer Graphics and Multimedia
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Software Engineering
  • Learning Analytics
  • E-Learning
  • Cloud Computing
  • Theory and Algorithms
  • Enterprise Systems
  • Emerging Areas

Additionally, IJRC welcomes practical, application-driven research from transdisciplinary authors who integrate computing components in their work across engineering, sciences, healthcare, business, and social sciences.

Publication Frequency

Biannually (two issues per year).

Open Access Policy

IJRC follows Diamond Open Access, making all peer-reviewed scholarly articles freely available to readers worldwide. There are no publication fees for authors.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their published work. The journal applies a Creative Commons license (CC BY) to ensure wide dissemination and reuse of research.

Sponsorship

The journal is published under the Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, with ongoing technical support from the editorial team.

Archiving and Indexing

IJRC ensures long-term preservation of published research by archiving all articles in the KDU Library Institutional Repository (IR.KDU). This guarantees permanent accessibility and long-term survival of all published content.

IJRC is also actively working toward future indexing in SLJO and SCOPUS to increase the visibility and discoverability of its publications.

How does IJRC support authors?

IJRC warmly supports authors throughout the publication journey. The journal prioritizes the novelty and scientific contribution of each submission, while also helping authors with drafting, formatting, and preparing manuscripts to meet journal and AEO-ready standards. Authors can directly contact the Editor-in-Chief or the academic staff of the Faculty of Computing for guidance and counselling on writing and publishing. All of these services are provided free of charge, reflecting IJRC’s commitment as a state university journal to provide an easy and supportive platform for sharing valuable research.