Starting an academic journal is one of the most rewarding ways to contribute to scholarly communication, but it can also feel overwhelming. From building a platform for submissions, managing peer review, assigning DOIs, and ensuring indexing in databases like Scopus and Web of Science, the process requires strong infrastructure and technical know-how.
This is exactly where ScholarJMS, powered by Scholar9.com, steps in. Designed as a comprehensive journal management system, it allows institutions, universities, and publishers to create and run journals without heavy investments or technical barriers. Unlike complex systems such as OJS (Open Journal Systems) or costly commercial tools like EM Manager, ScholarJMS offers a simplified, affordable, and scalable solution.
One of the best success stories of ScholarJMS in action is JETBT.org, a multidisciplinary journal seamlessly managed and published using the platform.
🎯 What is ScholarJMS?
ScholarJMS is a digital publishing ecosystem that combines every essential feature required to create, manage, and grow an academic journal. Think of it as an "all-in-one publishing toolkit" that supports institutions at every step of the journey.
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Here’s what it offers:
- ✅ Journal Creation Made Easy
Whether you’re starting a specialized journal in medicine or a multidisciplinary outlet covering arts, science, and engineering, ScholarJMS gives you the flexibility to design, brand, and configure your journal. You can add details like ISSN, subject focus, editorial board, and publishing frequency without touching a single line of code. - ✅ Streamlined Peer Review Workflow
Peer review is the backbone of academic publishing. ScholarJMS supports both single-blind and double-blind review models, ensuring transparency and fairness. Editors can assign reviewers, monitor progress, and approve/reject submissions through a central dashboard. - ✅ Built-in DOI Assignment
Unlike OJS, which often requires external plugins and manual setup, ScholarJMS integrates directly with CrossRef to generate DOIs for every published article. This makes research instantly citable and globally discoverable. - ✅ Indexing and Discoverability
ScholarJMS helps journals prepare metadata for easy inclusion in Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, and UGC CARE lists. This indexing support ensures that research is visible to a worldwide academic audience. - ✅ Open-Access & Low-Cost Publishing
The platform supports open-access journals, enabling institutions to promote knowledge-sharing without high subscription barriers. This is particularly useful for universities with limited budgets who still want global visibility for their research output. - Example: JETBT.org was launched with ScholarJMS and today operates as a fully functional, peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal indexed across key platforms.
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⚖️ ScholarJMS vs OJS vs EM Manager
| Feature | ScholarJMS | OJS (Open Journal Systems) | EM Manager |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journal Creation | Easy, intuitive, no coding | Requires moderate technical setup | Moderate technical setup |
| Peer Review | Transparent, supports multiple models | Supported | Supported |
| DOI Assignment | Built-in CrossRef integration | External setup required | Limited |
| Indexing Support | Ready for Google Scholar, Scopus, WoS | Mostly manual setup | Limited |
| Cost | Low-cost, scalable | Free but requires server & IT support | Expensive |
| Open Access | Fully supported | Yes | Limited |
| Paper Formatting | Automatic templates available | Manual formatting | Manual formatting |
Takeaway:
ScholarJMS is easier than OJS, which often requires IT teams.
It is cheaper than EM Manager, which is usually unaffordable for smaller institutions.
It balances automation, affordability, and academic credibility.
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🏁 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Start a Journal Using ScholarJMS
- Define the Scope & Vision 📚
Decide whether your journal will focus on a single discipline (e.g., biotechnology, economics) or adopt a multidisciplinary approach. Clear scope attracts quality submissions. - Journal Setup on Scholar9.com ⚙️
Create your journal account, enter essential details such as name, ISSN, subject area, editorial board, publishing frequency, and choose branding elements like logo and layout. - Configure the Peer Review Process 👩🏫
Assign editors and reviewers, decide on single-blind or double-blind review, and configure deadlines for review cycles. The system automatically tracks reviewer activity and reminders. - Paper Submission & DOI Allocation ✍️
Authors can upload manuscripts directly. Once accepted, ScholarJMS automatically formats the article and assigns a DOI, making it discoverable instantly. - Publication Workflow 🚀
Approved articles can be scheduled into volumes and issues. The journal can publish online open access, ensuring wider readership. - Indexing & Impact 📈
ScholarJMS provides metadata support for indexing in Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, and ensures compliance with UGC CARE requirements. Institutions can also track downloads, citations, and impact.
🌟 Why ScholarJMS Stands Out
- No technical setup required – unlike OJS, ScholarJMS is hosted and fully managed.
- DOI assignment included – direct CrossRef integration with no hidden charges.
- Scalable & affordable – ideal for universities, colleges, and independent publishers.
- Multidisciplinary support – from sciences to humanities.
- Compliance with UGC CARE & Scopus standards – making journals credible and impactful.
Case Study: JETBT.org uses ScholarJMS for article submissions, peer review, DOIs, and indexing, proving how seamless the platform is in real-world application.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How can I start a new academic journal with no technical team?
- Does it assign DOI to articles?
- Can I create a multidisciplinary journal?
- How is it different from OJS?
- Is it Scopus and UGC CARE compliant?
🌍 Benefits for Institutions & Researchers
For Institutions & Publishers:- Affordable journal creation
- Automated workflows
- Greater visibility through indexing
- No hidden costs for DOIs or hosting
- Transparent peer review
- Open-access visibility
- DOI-enabled citations
- Fast publication with professional formatting
✅ Conclusion
Creating and managing an academic journal no longer needs to be complicated or costly. With ScholarJMS, you can launch a credible, multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, and open-access journal that rivals established publishing systems. From manuscript submission to DOI assignment, indexing, and global discoverability, ScholarJMS provides the complete infrastructure.
Example in action: JETBT.org – proudly powered by ScholarJMS.
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