About the Journal

Diversity and Biodiversity Archives (DBA) having e-ISSN: 3117-7603 is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge on the diversity of life on Earth. The journal provides a scholarly platform for high-quality research, reviews, and analytical studies spanning all dimensions of biological diversity, ecosystem variation, genetic composition, species conservation, and environmental sustainability.

Published by TSI-SORG, the journal aims to promote a deeper understanding of biodiversity patterns, ecological interactions, conservation challenges, and the impacts of human activity on natural systems. DBA welcomes contributions from researchers, conservationists, ecologists, environmental scientists, and interdisciplinary scholars working to document, preserve, and sustain the planet’s living resources.

Aims and Scope

The journal focuses on original research and critical review articles in areas including, but not limited to:

  • Species diversity, population biology, and taxonomy

  • Ecosystem diversity, ecological modeling, and landscape ecology

  • Genetic diversity and molecular biodiversity

  • Conservation biology and endangered species management

  • Biodiversity informatics and data-driven ecological studies

  • Climate change impacts on biodiversity

  • Marine, freshwater, and terrestrial biodiversity

  • Invasive species, habitat degradation, and ecological restoration

  • Sustainable use of natural resources

  • Environmental policy, biodiversity governance, and community-based conservation

Mission

The mission of Diversity and Biodiversity Archives is to serve as a comprehensive academic repository for biodiversity-related knowledge by:

  • Promoting rigorous scientific research

  • Supporting global conservation efforts

  • Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Enhancing accessibility through open-access publishing

  • Preserving scientific records for future generations

Peer Review and Editorial Standards

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer-review process conducted by qualified subject experts.
The journal follows the ethical guidelines of COPE, ensuring transparency, academic integrity, and responsible scholarly publishing.

Open Access Policy

DBA is a Gold Open Access journal. All articles are freely available to readers worldwide under the Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0) license, enabling unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction with appropriate citation.

Archiving and Indexing

To ensure long-term preservation and discoverability, all content is archived through:

  • PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN)

  • LOCKSS / CLOCKSS

  • Crossref DOI assignment for every article

The journal is structured to meet the standards required for inclusion in Scopus, Web of Science, and DOAJ.

Audience

The journal serves:

  • Environmental scientists

  • Ecologists and conservation biologists

  • Biodiversity researchers

  • Climate and environmental policymakers

  • NGOs and wildlife management organizations

  • Academic institutions and research centers

At a glance

  • Peer review: double-blind, by at least two independent experts. The first decision is typically made within 12 to 14 weeks.
  • Quality assurance: every manuscript is screened for similarity with iThenticate, and ethical standards follow COPE guidance.
  • Access and rights: immediate open access under the CC BY 4.0 licence. Authors retain copyright.
  • Identifiers and preservation: Crossref DOIs are assigned, and content is archived for the long term through the PKP Preservation Network.
  • Costs: an Article Processing Charge applies only after acceptance, tiered by country and article type. Full waivers are available.
  • Contact: editor@tsisorg.com