We are thrilled to announce that the Future Technology Journal has officially achieved a Q3 ranking in the “Engineering (miscellaneous)” category by the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR). This recognition reflects our journal’s steady growth and the collective efforts of our authors, reviewers, editors, and publishing team over the past few years. It is not just a badge of honor; it is a strong indication of our scientific impact, professionalism, and future potential in the global academic community.
Understanding the Significance of SJR
To appreciate this achievement, it’s important to understand what SJR represents.
The SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) is one of the most trusted and widely used journal metrics in the academic publishing landscape. Developed by the SCImago Research Group and based on Scopus data, SJR goes beyond mere citation counts. It evaluates both the quantity and quality of citations, incorporating the prestige of the journals from which citations originate. This makes SJR a comprehensive measure of journal influence in the scientific community.
A Q3 ranking places the Future Technology Journal in the third quartile among all peer journals in the engineering (miscellaneous) field, signifying a recognized level of academic excellence and influence in a competitive discipline. Being indexed and ranked by SJR demonstrates that our journal meets rigorous standards of:
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Academic quality
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Peer-review integrity
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Citation impact
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International reach
This achievement affirms our commitment to being a serious, visible, and relevant platform for multidisciplinary research in engineering and beyond.
A Journey of Dedication and Excellence
This milestone was not achieved overnight. Since its inception, the Future Technology Journal has pursued a clear vision: to become a leading platform for publishing innovative, interdisciplinary, and future-focused research across science and technology fields.
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High-Quality Submissions:
We’ve consistently prioritized original and impactful research from diverse regions and disciplines, including artificial intelligence, renewable energy, materials science, sustainability, and emerging technologies. -
A Rigorous Yet Efficient Review Process:
Our peer review process ensures both academic rigor and timeliness. We understand that authors value fast, fair, and accurate decisions, and we take pride in offering one of the smoothest editorial workflows in the field. -
Dedicated Editorial Board:
Our editorial board includes renowned scholars and rising experts from institutions around the world. Their guidance, review contributions, and scientific judgment have shaped the quality of every issue we publish. -
Transparent Open Access Model:
We believe in open science. As an open access journal, our content is freely available to researchers, policymakers, and practitioners around the world, helping to maximize readership and impact. -
Global Collaboration and Diversity:
With contributions from researchers in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Africa, our journal is a truly international platform that fosters global dialogue in technology and innovation.
Gratitude to Our Contributors
This achievement belongs to every member of our community. We extend our heartfelt thanks to:
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Our Authors: Your trust in submitting to the Future Technology Journal and your commitment to scientific integrity have been the cornerstone of our growth. Your innovative work has fueled our rising citations and visibility.
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Our Reviewers: The peer review process is the backbone of quality control in academic publishing. Your timely, thorough, and constructive feedback ensures that only high-quality work is published under our name.
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Our Editorial Board: From guiding submissions and overseeing reviews to defining journal policies and themes, your leadership has made our editorial process both robust and respected.
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Our Readers and Citing Authors: Every read, every download, and every citation contributes to our journal’s impact. We are grateful for your engagement and academic recognition.
Our Peer Review Process: Fast, Fair, and Professional
In the evolving world of academic publishing, one of the biggest concerns for researchers is the review timeline. At the Future Technology Journal, we have developed a streamlined editorial system that emphasizes both speed and quality.
Here’s what makes our peer review process stand out:
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Initial Screening within 2 Days
Submissions are quickly assessed by the editorial office for scope, formatting, and ethical compliance. This ensures that authors are informed quickly if their work is suitable. -
Double-Blind Peer Review
Each manuscript is evaluated by two or more independent reviewers. Reviewer identities are concealed to protect the integrity of the review process. -
Timely Decisions
Our average time from submission to first decision is under 4 weeks, significantly faster than many other journals in the same field. -
Author Communication
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Professional Editing Support
For accepted papers, our editorial team offers language polishing and formatting support to ensure clarity, readability, and compliance with academic standards.
A Platform for Your Future Research
Now that we are SJR-ranked, our commitment is to keep raising the bar. We invite you to be part of this momentum by submitting your research to our upcoming issues.
We are particularly seeking submissions in areas such as:
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Advanced materials and nanotechnology
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Sustainable energy and environmental technologies
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Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
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Robotics and automation
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Future mobility and hydrogen energy
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Smart cities and urban innovation
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Quantum computing and digital transformation
- Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Industrial Engineering
If you are working on high-quality research that looks toward the future, we want to hear from you. Submitting your work to the Future Technology Journal means your research will be:
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Reviewed by experienced scholars
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Published in a timely and professional manner
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Indexed in leading databases (including Scopus, Google Scholar, and now recognized by SJR)
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Accessible to a global audience under open access
Our Vision Moving Forward
Achieving a Q3 rank is a major step—but it’s not our destination. It is our foundation for growth.
We are now focused on:
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Climbing to Q2 and Q1 rankings in the coming years
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Increasing our CiteScore and H-index
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Launching special issues on cutting-edge themes
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Strengthening our collaboration with universities, conferences, and international institutions
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Expanding our editorial board and reviewer network to ensure even broader expertise
We invite all scholars, young researchers, and professionals to join us in shaping the future of scientific knowledge. Whether as an author, reviewer, guest editor, or reader—your contribution matters.
Final Words
The Future Technology Journal is more than just a publication—it is a community of innovation, a platform for global dialogue, and a beacon of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our new Q3 ranking in SJR marks a meaningful step on this journey, and we thank every individual who made it possible. Let’s continue to grow together, improve quality, and make a lasting impact in the world of research and innovation.
Submit your paper today and be a part of the future.
For submission guidelines and the latest issue, visit https://fupubco.com/futech
