The Interdisciplinary Journal of the African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation is a scholarly, peer reviewed publication dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary academic dialogue and knowledge generation on issues central to Africa’s development and global engagement. Established under the African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation, the journal provides a dynamic platform for researchers, policymakers, innovators, and practitioners to share critical insights and empirical evidence addressing Africa’s social, economic, political, environmental, and technological challenges.

The journal promotes interdisciplinary scholarship by bringing together diverse fields including public policy, health sciences, education, technology, environmental studies, gender studies, economics, and the humanities. Its primary goal is to bridge the gap between theory and practice by encouraging collaborative research that translates into meaningful policy, innovation, and community impact. The journal particularly values submissions that highlight African led solutions to African problems, emphasizing indigenous knowledge systems, contextual innovation, and sustainable development.

A defining feature of the journal is its strong commitment to research advocacy and innovation. Beyond the dissemination of academic findings, it seeks to demonstrate the practical relevance of research for policymaking, institutional transformation, and social progress. The journal actively welcomes contributions from both emerging and established scholars, especially those based in Africa or within the African diaspora, to ensure inclusive and representative scholarly engagement.

Published quarterly, the Interdisciplinary Journal of the African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation upholds rigorous academic standards through a transparent double blind peer review process. All submissions are evaluated for originality, methodological rigor, ethical integrity, and real world relevance. By combining academic excellence with a focus on advocacy and innovation, the journal contributes significantly to strengthening Africa’s intellectual presence and advancing knowledge that supports sustainable development, resilience, and sovereignty in the global knowledge economy.

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): April-June

Published: 2026-04-05

Cancer Epigenetics Beyond DNA Methylation: Role of RNA Modifications (m6A, m5C) in Tumor Initiation and Therapy Resistance

Ruhit Ashraf, Shafkat Hussain Malik, Imtiyaz Hussain, Tawqeer Shafi, Majid Hussain Teeli, Sheikh Irshad Ul Haq (Author)

Emerging Drug Targets and Novel Therapeutic Strategies in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Haroon Shabir, Ruhit Ashraf, Shafkat Hussain Malik, Mudasir Majeed, Waseem Ahad Ganai (Author)

Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds as Potential Therapeutics in Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Pharmacological Insight

Waseem Ahad Ganai, Shafkat Hussain Malik, Imtiyaz Hussain, Sheikh Irshad Ul Haq, Ruhit Ashraf, Haroon Shabir (Author)

mRNA Therapeutics Beyond COVID-19 Vaccines: Expanding Horizons in Precision Medicine and Disease Modulation

Syed Masadaq Qadri, Pooja Tandon, Tawqeer Shafi, Imtiyaz Hussain, Ruhit Ashraf (Author)

Pharmacoenvironmentology: Assessing the Impact of Pharmaceutical Residues on the Environment and Public Health

Rasikh Shafi Khan, Sheikh Irshad Ul Haq, Shafkat Hussain Malik, Ruhit Ashraf (Author)

Next-Generation Pharmacovigilance: The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Detecting and Managing Drug Risks

Viqaz Arshad, Sheikh Irshad Ul Haq, Shafkat Hussain Malik, Ruhit Ashraf (Author)

Hydrogel: A Novel Drug Delivery System

Pardeep Kumar Yadav, Anjali Goyal, Taranvirinderdeep Singh (Author)
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