Focus and Scope

Bioscientist: Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi (BJIB) is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes high-quality articles in biological sciences and biology education. The journal emphasizes the integration of biological research and its application in educational settings to enhance biology teaching and learning across all educational levels. It welcomes contributions from researchers, educators, and practitioners in the form of original research, innovative practices, and critical perspectives related to biology and biology education. Priority is given to studies that promote scientific advancement, educational innovation, and the development of scientifically literate and environmentally responsible learners. Special areas of emphasis include the following:

A. Biological Sciences: 

1. Cell and molecular biology
2. Genetics and genomics
3. Microbiology and biotechnology
4. Biochemistry and biophysics
5. Botany and plant sciences
6. Zoology and animal sciences
7. Ecology and environmental biology
8. Marine and coastal biology
9. Biodiversity and conservation biology
10. Medical biology
11. Biopharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds
12. Biology in animal husbandry
13. Biology in veterinary science

B. Biology Education:

1. Teaching and learning strategies in biology
2. Curriculum development and policy in biology education
3. Assessment and evaluation in biology learning
4. Development of instructional materials in biology education
5. Scientific literacy and 21st-century skills in biology education
6. Ethnoscience and local wisdom in biology education
7. Environmental and sustainability education in biology
8. Technology-enhanced biology learning