About the Journal

The Nigerian Journal of Theoretical and Environmental Physics (NJTEP) is an international, peer-reviewed, fully open-access online journal published by the Nigerian Institute of Physics (NIP). The journal provides a platform for the dissemination of original research articles, review papers, short communications, and technical reports in theoretical, experimental, applied, and environmental sciences.

NJTEP aims to foster interdisciplinary research, facilitate scientific communication, and promote a deeper understanding of fundamental physical principles, emerging technologies, and environmental challenges affecting society. The journal welcomes high-quality contributions from researchers, academics, industry professionals, and policymakers worldwide.

The journal publishes original and innovative research in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Physics and Related Disciplines

  • Theoretical Physics
  • Experimental Physics
  • Applied Physics
  • Mathematical Physics
  • Computational Physics
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Particle and High-Energy Physics
  • Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
  • Plasma Physics
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Semiconductor Science and Technology
  • Solid State Physics
  • Quantum Physics and Quantum Information Science
  • Medical Physics and Biophysics
  • Radiation Physics and Dosimetry
  • Health Physics
  • Accelerator Physics
  • Space Physics and Astrophysics
  • Astronomy and Cosmology
  • Geophysics and Exploration Geophysics
  • Environmental Physics
  • Atmospheric Physics
  • Renewable and Sustainable Energy Physics
  • Energy Materials and Storage Technologies

Materials and Industrial Sciences

  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
  • Crystallography
  • Metallurgy and Metallurgical Engineering
  • Advanced Functional Materials
  • Computational and Computer-Aided Materials Design
  • Industrial Physics
  • Surface and Interface Science
  • Photonics and Optoelectronics

Environmental and Earth Sciences

  • Environmental Science and Technology
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
  • Pollution Studies and Control
  • Ecotoxicology
  • Climate Change and Adaptation Studies
  • Meteorology and Climatology
  • Hydrology and Water Resources
  • Oceanography
  • Marine Science
  • Earth Science
  • Geology
  • Geochemistry
  • Geomorphology
  • Soil Physics and Agrophysics
  • Environmental Radioactivity
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Mining and Mineral Processing
  • Environmental Impact Assessment

Computing, Data Science and Emerging Technologies

  • Computer Science
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Neural Networks and Intelligent Systems
  • Data Science and Big Data Analytics
  • Scientific Computing and Modeling
  • Internet and Information Systems
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Cyber-Physical Systems
  • Computational Intelligence
  • Digital Technologies for Environmental Monitoring

Communication and Information Technologies

  • Wireless Communications
  • Optical Communications
  • Signal Processing
  • Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Sensor Technologies
  • Telecommunications Engineering

Chemistry and Interdisciplinary Sciences

  • Physical Chemistry
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Chemical Physics
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Green Chemistry
  • Energy and Fuels
  • Sustainable Materials and Processes

Security, Safety and Policy

  • Nuclear Security and Safeguards
  • Nuclear Safety and Risk Assessment
  • Radiation Protection
  • Environmental Risk Management
  • Science, Technology and Innovation Policy

NJTEP particularly encourages interdisciplinary studies that integrate physics with environmental sciences, engineering, computing, materials science, chemistry, biological sciences, earth sciences, and emerging technologies to address contemporary scientific and societal challenges. The journal seeks to advance knowledge, innovation, and sustainable development through the publication of rigorous and impactful research.