Journal of Research and Development (JRD) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by Dhara Publishers. JRD is dedicated to advancing knowledge across disciplines by publishing research that bridges theory and practice. It welcomes original studies, reviews, and applied research from science, engineering, technology, and management.

Open Access Policy

JRD is a fully open-access journal. All articles are freely accessible without subscription. Authors retain copyright under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted reuse with proper credit.

Archiving and Indexing

All published articles are archived through LOCKSS and CLOCKSS systems. Indexing is available in Google Scholar, CrossRef, and WorldCat. Each article is assigned a DOI for persistent access and citation.

Sponsorship and Fees

Dhara Publishers currently charges no article processing or submission fees. Any special issue sponsorships are clearly declared in the respective editorial.

History of the Journal

Founded in 2024, JRD was established to advance knowledge and innovation across its respective field. It has quickly become a recognized source for rigorous, impactful academic publishing.

Privacy Statement

All personal information collected during submission is treated with strict confidentiality and used solely for editorial purposes. No personal data is shared with third-party entities.