Journal of Studies in Science and Engineering (JoSSE) is a semi-annual, double-blind, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by EngiScience Publisher. JoSSE publishes original research and critical review articles in applied science, engineering, and technology, with emphasis on methodological rigor, practical relevance, and clear scientific or engineering contribution. The journal welcomes submissions in built environment and civil systems, materials and manufacturing, environmental and energy systems, computing and intelligent technologies, and interdisciplinary engineering applications. All content is published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) and is freely available online worldwide.

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Announcement: Update to Article Processing Charge (APC)

2026-10-05

Announcement: Update to Article Processing Charge (APC)

The Journal of Studies in Science and Engineering (JOSSE) would like to inform authors that the Article Processing Charge (APC) will be USD 700, effective 05 November 2026.

The updated APC will apply to all manuscripts submitted on or after 05 November 2026 that are subsequently accepted for publication.

Manuscripts submitted before 05 November 2026 will remain subject to the previous APC applicable at the time of submission.

The APC is payable only after a manuscript has successfully completed the peer-review process and has been formally accepted for publication.

We appreciate the continued support of our authors, reviewers, and readers.

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Current Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): June Issue of (2026)

Published: 30-06-2026

Research Articles

Optimizing Non-Autoclaved Aerated Concrete with Technogenic Wastes: A Study of AOBT and BFW Effects

Akbermet Matyeva, Elmira Sardarbekova, Makhavat Dzhusupova , Sodikzhon Melibaev, Zhyldyz Asanalieva

1 - 27

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A Hybrid CNN-Transformer Framework for Automated Tuberculosis Detection from Chest X-rays

Lakshmi Ravi Teja Meka, Dalwinder Singh, Arun Singh, Saiprasad Potharaju, MVV Prasad Kantipudi, Kiranmai Bejjam

28 - 46

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A Pilot Implementation and Usability Evaluation of a Database-Supported VR/BIM-Based Communication and Simulation System for Healthcare Design

Saeed Hussein Alhmoud, Husam Hussein Alhmoud, Khaled Hussein Alhmoud

47 - 70

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Groundwater Quality and Irrigation Suitability in Carbonate Aquifers of Semi-Arid Regions: A Case Study from the Dammam Aquifer, Southern Iraq

Saad H. Hadi, Husam H. Alwan, Fadhil M. Al-Mohammed

71 - 97

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A Protocol for Elucidating the Mechanisms of Biosorption: Uptake of Cu(II) and Pb(II) by Viable Pseudomonas aeruginosa Cells

Clint Sutherland

98 - 125

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Cost-effective and Sensitive Anthocyanin-Based Purple Cabbage (Brassica Oleracea var. Capitata L) Extract Biosensor for Diagnostic Spoilage Fish Product

Lusiani Dewi Assaat, Yus Rama Denny, Sulaeman Deni Ramdani

126 - 139

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Enhancing the Mechanical and Moisture Resistance Properties of Plaster of Paris Using Nano-Silica, Glass Fibres, and Polyvinyl Alcohol

Akram Qassim Moften , Mohammed Ali Abdulrehman, Ali Abed Salman, Ahmed A. Ayash

140 - 155

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Optimising Membrane Performance in High-Recovery Seawater Reverse Osmosis Systems to Reduce Biofouling Using Modelling and Simulation

Nageswara Rao Lakkimsetty, Shabib Al Rashdi, Khalid Said Ambusaidi, Clement Varaprasad Karu

156 - 173

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An Investigation into the Influence of Silver Nanoparticles on the Refractive Index of AgNO₃-Doped PVP/PVA Nanocomposites via the Refractive Index-Band Gap Energy Paradigm

Viyan Jamal Jalal, Sarkew Salah Abdulkareem, Danar Ahmed Mohammed, Kosrat Fakhir Ebrahim, Shilan Mohammed Najmadeen

174 - 188

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Optimal Siting and Capacity of Photovoltaic Distribution Generator in Radial Distribution Networks Using the Salp Swarm Algorithm and Geometric Mean Optimiser

Ghassan Abdullah Salman, Layth Tawfeeq Al-Bahrani

189 - 219

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Development of Smart Wheelchair to Support Hybrid Learning Accessibility in Smart Classes for People with Disabilities

Eko Risdianto, Ahmad Zabidi Abdul Razak, Antomi Saregar, Deshinta Arrova Dewi, Rahdi Rahdi, Danny Rizki Nugraha, Klarisa Yulia Sari , Kayla Anindia Risdianto, Kenzie Algera Risdianto

220 - 247

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Assessing the Transition toward Industrialized Housing Construction in Jordan

Anas Alkhatatbeh, Layla Sharab, Ahemd Freewan

248 - 273

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Residential Complexes and the Erosion of Natural Identity in Mountainous Cities: The Case of Sulaimani City

Saya H. Ahmad, Wrya Sabir Abdullah

274 - 297

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Real-Time Monitoring of Concrete Strength Evolution Using Embedded Wireless Sensors

Muhammad Ismaiel Omer, Sirwan Khuthur Malla, Nzar Shakr Piro, Hemn Omer Hamad-Ameen, Omar Qarani Aziz, Ahmed Salih Mohammed

298 - 320

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Swarm Intelligence Approach for Optimizing Neural Network Architectures in Medical Data Classification

Maher Al-Asaady, Teh Noranis Mohd Aris, Nurfadhlina Sharef, Hazlina Hamdan

321 - 346

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A Unifying Paradigm in Predictive Oncology Through Hybrid Voting Ensembles for Optimising Breast Cancer Detection

Raz M. Hama Salih, Saman Hussein Mahmood

347 - 364

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Heart Disease Prediction Using Machine Learning with Greater Cane Rat Algorithm-Based Hyperparameter Tuning

Khalid Fariq Hamajan, Aso M. Aladdin, Azad A. Ameen

365 - 394

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An Efficient Feature Extraction and Image Retrieval Based on Convolutional Neural Networks

Sawsan Mousa Mahmoud, Hanan A. S. Al-Jubouri

395 - 415

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Rehabilitating Heritage Canals in Semi-Arid Cities: A Civil 3D–Based Redesign and Cost Estimation of the Al-Dakair Canal in Basra, Iraq

Ali Dhafer Abed, Hussein K. Khalaf, Nuridah Binti Sabtu

416 - 432

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Reviving Traditional Streets through Urban Acupuncture: A Comparative Study of El-Nabi Daniel Street in Alexandria, Egypt, and Rainbow Street in Amman, Jordan

Zahraa Jassim, Ula Merie

433 - 446

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Driver-Related Factors Affecting Traffic-Sign Letter Height Preferences: A Regression-Based Study in Kut City, Iraq

Abdalmhiman Aldahhan, Muqdad Al Hamami, Salam Aletba, Ahmad Alzubady

447 - 459

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An Ethical AI Approach for Disease Diagnosis Using Prompt-Based History Summarisation

Maleeha Fathima, Moulana Mohammed

460 - 487

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Review Articles

Investigating the Crucial Indicators of Green Architecture to Enhance Quality of Life

Hasnaa S. Al-Qaisi, Hamzah S. Al-Mamoori , Raed Fawzi Mohammed Ameen

488 - 511

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