About Journal

Advanced Drug Sciences (ADS) is an international, peer-reviewed Gold Open Access journal published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS), Indonesia. The journal is dedicated to advancing the science of drug discovery, development, and therapeutic application by publishing high-quality, original, and interdisciplinary research.

ADS provides a multidisciplinary platform that integrates pharmaceutical, biomedical, and clinical sciences, with a strong emphasis on mechanistic understanding, technological innovation, and translational relevance.

The journal aims to bridge the continuum from molecular design and formulation to clinical outcomes and population-level health impact.

The journal operates under a Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all accepted articles are immediately and permanently accessible without subscription barriers. Articles are published under a continuous publication model to enable rapid dissemination of scientific findings.

ADS welcomes contributions that advance both fundamental knowledge and practical applications in drug sciences, including, but not limited to, drug discovery and medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics and advanced drug delivery, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, biopharmaceuticals and biotechnology-derived therapeutics, and clinical and translational research.

Through rigorous peer review and adherence to internationally recognized ethical standards, ADS is committed to publishing scientifically robust research that contributes to innovation in drug development and the improvement of global healthcare outcomes.

Advanced Drug Sciences (ADS)

An international, peer-reviewed open access journal publishing high-quality research in drug discovery, pharmaceutical sciences, and translational applications.

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Article Template

ADS supports format-free initial submission. However, revised manuscripts must be prepared using the official article template to ensure consistency in formatting and to facilitate efficient publication.

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About the Journal

Advanced Drug Sciences (ADS) is an international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research across drug discovery, pharmaceutical sciences, and translational medicine. The journal emphasizes methodological rigor, scientific innovation, and real-world application.

Editorial Leadership

The journal is led by an international editorial team committed to maintaining high standards of peer review, transparency, and scientific integrity.

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Abstracting & Indexing

ADS is committed to global visibility and discoverability. Articles are assigned DOIs via Crossref, and the journal will apply for inclusion in major indexing databases following publication of initial issues.

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